Type 2 Diabetes

GLP-1 dosage and timing basics

Do dosage and timing really make a difference with GLP-1 medications? If you’re considering or already taking one as part of your type 2 diabetes treatment routine, more questions like this may come up.

This month, we’re covering the dosing basics, from why a dose may increase over time to how long the medication stays in the body. It’s a helpful refresher on how these medications work, especially as routines shift with the season.

Dosage

Understanding Mounjaro dosage

A person pouring pills into their hand at home

Timing

The best time of day to take Mounjaro

Hands adjusting the dose dial on an injection pen

Dose increase

Why your Mounjaro dose goes up over time

An injection pen on a nightstand beside a glass of water and a clock

Half-life

How long Mounjaro stays in your body

Keep exploring

More on GLP-1 dosage and adjustments

Browse a full collection of resources on GLP-1 medication dosage and how to handle adjustments over time.

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Until next time,

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