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Victoza · Missed dose

Victoza missed dose

Skip the missed dose and take the next one at the usual time the next day. If more than 3 days are missed, restart at 0.6 mg.

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Label ruleSkip the missed dose and take the next one at the usual time the next day. If more than 3 days are missed, restart at 0.6 mg.

Changing your dose day

Once a day at any time, independent of meals.

If you've missed several doses

Don't restart at your last dose without asking. After a longer gap, prescribers often restart lower to limit stomach side effects. Call your prescriber or pharmacist before the next dose.

Common questions

What happens if I miss a dose of Victoza?

Skip the missed dose and take the next one at the usual time the next day. If more than 3 days are missed, restart at 0.6 mg.

Can I take two doses of Victoza to catch up?

No. The label doesn't allow doubling up.

Can I change my Victoza dose day?

Once a day at any time, independent of meals.

Sources

  1. Victoza prescribing information (FDA label on DailyMed)

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