Great question! Once you’ve reached your target weight, you have two options: continue the medication at the same dose, or taper it off gradually.
Continue at the same dose
Long-term use is medically safe.
Some people lose a few extra kilos by continuing.
Taper off gradually
Do not stop suddenly; gradually reducing the dose lowers the chance of regaining weight.
Example tapering schedule (per week):
4 weeks: 0.5 mg per week
4 weeks: 0.25 mg per week
Then: stop if desired
While tapering, monitor your weight. If it’s hard to maintain, we can adjust the schedule together and slow down the tapering.
Tips for using the pen:
You can keep using the 1 mg pen and adjust the dose by turning the dial fewer clicks:
36 clicks = 0.5 mg
18 clicks = 0.25 mg
This way, the pen lasts longer.
Note: pens are only good for 6 weeks after opening, then they should be discarded.
More information about tapering your medication can be found here: Can I stop my weight loss medication?
If you want to start tapering according to this schedule, let us know so we can note it in your file. Any other questions or need personal advice? We’re happy to help.