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Zepbound · Missed dose

Zepbound missed dose

Take the missed dose as soon as possible within 4 days (96 hours). If more than 4 days have passed, skip it and take the next dose on your usual day.

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Label ruleTake the missed dose as soon as possible within 4 days (96 hours). If more than 4 days have passed, skip it and take the next dose on your usual day.

Late by how long

How lateDays until next doseWhat the label says
1 day late6Take it now, then keep your usual day
2 days late5Take it now, then keep your usual day
3 days late4Take it now, then keep your usual day
4 days late3Take it now, then keep your usual day
5 days late2Skip it; take the next dose on your usual day
6 days late1Skip it; take the next dose on your usual day

Assumes a weekly schedule. Ask your pharmacist if you're unsure.

Changing your dose day

You can change your weekly injection day as long as the last dose was at least 3 days (72 hours) earlier.

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 Zepbound?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible within 4 days (96 hours). If more than 4 days have passed, skip it and take the next dose on your usual day.

Can I take two doses of Zepbound to catch up?

No. The label doesn't allow doubling up.

Can I change my Zepbound dose day?

You can change your weekly injection day as long as the last dose was at least 3 days (72 hours) earlier.

Sources

  1. Zepbound prescribing information (FDA label on DailyMed)
  2. SURMOUNT-1 trial publication

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