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Phillip Azouz, MD
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Phillip Azouz, MD
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October 3, 2025
Updated
October 16, 2025

Starting a GLP-1 weight loss program can feel exciting — and maybe a little confusing at first. Here’s what your semaglutide dosing journey looks like, step by step, so you know exactly what to expect.

Why Semaglutide Dosing Increases Gradually

Semaglutide is taken once a week to help regulate appetite and support weight loss. To minimize side effects and help your body adjust, your provider starts you at a low dose and gradually increases it every few weeks.
This gradual approach helps reduce nausea, improves tolerance, and ensures your results are both comfortable and sustainable.

Your Typical Dosing Schedule

Note: Exact dosing may vary depending on your provider’s guidance.

Month Weekly Dose (mg) Units (for reference) What to Expect
Month 1 0.2 mg weekly 20 units Your starter dose. Appetite may begin to decrease, and your body starts adjusting.
Month 2 0.25 mg → 0.5 mg weekly 10 → 20 units You may notice smaller portions and steadier appetite control.
Month 3 1.0 mg weekly 40 units More consistent weight loss and appetite regulation.
Month 4 1.5 mg → 1.75 mg weekly 60 → 70 units Stronger appetite control and visible body-composition changes.
Month 5 1.5 mg → 1.75 mg weekly 60 → 70 units Continued progress with improved energy and steady results.
Month 6+ 2.0 mg → 2.5 mg weekly 80 → 100 units Maintenance phase — your optimal dose for long-term weight management.
Month 1
Weekly Dose (mg)
0.2 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
20 units
What to Expect
Your starter dose. Appetite may begin to decrease, and your body starts adjusting.
Month 2
Weekly Dose (mg)
0.25 mg → 0.5 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
10 → 20 units
What to Expect
You may notice smaller portions and steadier appetite control.
Month 3
Weekly Dose (mg)
1.0 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
40 units
What to Expect
More consistent weight loss and appetite regulation.
Month 4
Weekly Dose (mg)
1.5 mg → 1.75 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
60 → 70 units
What to Expect
Stronger appetite control and visible body-composition changes.
Month 5
Weekly Dose (mg)
1.5 mg → 1.75 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
60 → 70 units
What to Expect
Continued progress with improved energy and steady results.
Month 6+
Weekly Dose (mg)
2.0 mg → 2.5 mg weekly
Units (for reference)
80 → 100 units
What to Expect
Maintenance phase — your optimal dose for long-term weight management.

How It Feels Along the Way

  • Early weeks: Mild nausea, bloating, or fatigue as your body adapts.

  • Middle weeks: Reduced cravings, smaller meals, noticeable weight changes.

  • Later weeks: Steady weight loss — many patients see 10–15% of total body weight reduced when paired with healthy eating and activity.

Tips for Success

- Eat slowly and stop when full
- Focus on protein-rich, balanced meals
- Drink plenty of water to support digestion
- Report any side effects — your provider can adjust your dose if needed

Why Choose HolaVida

At HolaVida, we make semaglutide treatment simple, safe, and affordable:

  • 100% online care — no clinic visits required

  • Lowest prices on the market$129/month quarterly or $133/month month-to-month

  • Personalized support — ongoing coaching to help you stay on track

👉 Start your online consultation today and begin your GLP-1 weight-loss plan with confidence.

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