There is no need to taper off your current medication or take a break between these treatments. Transitioning directly from one to the other helps you maintain a consistent routine and prevents an interruption in your weight-loss progress.
Use this guide to:
Understand the timing of your transition.
Learn how to maintain your treatment routine.
Discover resources to help you through the switch.
Managing the transition
The process for switching is straightforward:
Final Dose: Take your final scheduled Mounjaro® dose as usual on your normal injection day.
Next Injection: Start your new Wegovy® treatment exactly seven days later.
By starting your new medication on what would have been your next injection day, you ensure that the active levels of medication in your system stay as stable as possible. This seamless transition is a standard clinical practice designed to support your long-term plan without requiring a "washout" period.
Resources for your journey
To help guide you through the journey of switching and what to expect, we have several tools and resources available on our site:
Our Comparison Guide: A side-by-side look at how these medications differ in their action (GIP/GLP-1 vs. GLP-1) and results.
Our Switching Guide: Detailed steps on moving from one treatment to another safely, including how your new Wegovy® starting dose is determined.
Important Considerations
Clinical Approval: Every switch requires a new consultation to be reviewed and approved by a MedExpress prescriber.
Consistency: Maintaining your weekly injection schedule is the best way to ensure the medication remains effective and well-tolerated.
Support: If you experience any new or unusual side effects during the first few weeks of your transition, our clinical team is available to assist you.
Key Takeaway
You can move directly from Mounjaro® to Wegovy® by taking your first Wegovy® dose one week after your last Mounjaro® injection. This prevents gaps in treatment and keeps your weight-loss progress on track.