Michael Weintraub, assistant clinical professor of endocrinology at NYU Langone in New York
During these appointments, your doctor will assess how well the medication is working for you
Wegovy Dosing Schedule Month 1 (Weeks 1-4): 0.25 mg weekly Month 2 (Weeks 5-8): 0.5 mg weekly Month 3 (Weeks 9-12): 1 mg weekly Month 4 (Weeks 13-16): 1.7 mg weekly Month 5+ (Week 17+): 2.4 mg weekly (maintenance dose) Youll reach the maximum dose after about 16-20 weeks
Pyke C, Heller RS, Kirk RK, Orskov C, Reedtz-Runge S, Kaastrup P, Hvelplund A, Bardram L, Calatayud D, Knudsen LB
The increased fertility may be attributed to weight loss improving metabolic health and restoring regular ovulation
Enhanced autophagy removes damaged cellular components, including selective removal of damaged mitochondria through mitophagy