A gap in treatment refers to the length of time between your last prescription date and the date you place a new order. When you resume or restart treatment with Mounjaro or Wegovy, this gap is always calculated to ensure your next dose is safe and appropriate for your current needs.
Use this guide to understand:
How the length of your break affects your next dose.
Your options for continuing or restarting treatment.
How dose amendments are handled.
How your treatment gap affects your dose
The duration of your break from Mounjaro or Wegovy determines the clinical options available for your next order:
Gap of less than 8 weeks
If your break is shorter than 8 weeks, you typically have two options:
Stay on your previous dose: If your last dose worked well and side effects were manageable, you can continue at that same strength.
Move up to the next dose: If you tolerated your previous dose well and wish to continue your weight loss progress, you can move up following the standard schedule.
Gap of between 8 and 12 weeks
A clinical review will determine the safest path forward, which may include:
Continuing with your previous dose.
Stepping down to a lower dose to allow your body to readjust to the medication.
Gap of between 12 weeks and 6 months
Because your body’s sensitivity to Mounjaro or Wegovy changes over time, the clinical team will decide whether you should:
Continue with your previous dose.
Step down to a lower dose.
Restart the treatment from the initial starting dose.
Gap of more than 6 months
If it has been over 6 months since your last treatment with MedExpress, you must restart your journey at the lowest available dose to minimise the risk of severe side effects.
Important clinical considerations
Safety first: All dosing decisions are made with your safety as the highest priority. The guidance above assumes your last dose was well-tolerated. If you previously experienced significant side effects, a lower dose may be recommended regardless of the gap length.
Clinical discretion: Decisions regarding the appropriate dose are final. If the clinical team determines a different dose is required for your safety, you will have the following options:
Agree to have your order dose amended as directed.
Have your order cancelled and receive a full refund.
Additional Resources
For more information on navigating your weight loss journey, visit our dedicated GLP-1 Hub.
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