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Dose step 2 of 4

Wegovy pill 4 mg

You've just stepped up from 1.5 mg. Nausea and other stomach effects often flare for a few days after an increase, then settle on the same dose.

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Step
2 of 4
on the label
Timing
Days 29 to 56
fastest schedule
Length
30 days
minimum
Next step
9 mg
if prescribed

Where 4 mg sits on the ladder

What the label says

Wegovy pill 4 mg: Days 31 to 60.

You've just stepped up from 1.5 mg. Nausea and other stomach effects often flare for a few days after an increase, then settle on the same dose.

Is 4 mg a maintenance dose?

No. It's a step between maintenance doses on the label. Your prescriber may still keep you here.

Common questions

How long do you stay on Wegovy pill 4 mg?

At least 30 days on the label before any increase. Many people stay longer.

What comes after Wegovy pill 4 mg?

The next label step is 9 mg, if your prescriber increases it.

Can you stay on Wegovy pill 4 mg longer?

Yes. Holding a dose longer is common when side effects need time to settle. Your prescriber decides.

Sources

  1. Wegovy pill prescribing information (FDA label on DailyMed)

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