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Cagrilintide Dosing: Complete Protocol Guide & Titration

Cagrilintide Dosing: Complete Protocol Guide & Titration

Dec 29, 2025

Cagrilintide Dosing
Cagrilintide Dosing

Cagrilintide dosing isn't straightforward. Unlike daily medications where you take the same dose every day, this powerful amylin analog requires careful weekly titration over 12-16 weeks, precise reconstitution calculations if using research peptides, and strategic dose adjustments based on tolerance and results.

Get the dosing wrong and you'll either suffer intolerable nausea or miss out on the 10-25% body weight loss this peptide can deliver.

The challenge?

Most available information comes from clinical trial protocols that don't translate easily to real-world use. Trial participants had medical supervision, standardized doses, and specific titration schedules.

Meanwhile, individual users need practical guidance on starting doses, when to increase, how to manage breakthrough nausea, whether to reduce or push through side effects, and optimal maintenance dosing after achieving weight loss goals.


Standard cagrilintide dosing follows a 12-week titration from 0.6mg to 2.4mg weekly (0.6mg weeks 1-4, 1.2mg weeks 5-8, 1.8mg weeks 9-12, 2.4mg week 13+). Conservative approaches extend this to 16-20 weeks for better GI tolerance. When combined with semaglutide, both peptides titrate simultaneously but on different schedules. Maintenance dosing after weight loss may reduce to 1.8-2.0mg weekly to sustain results while minimizing cost and side effects.


This guide provides exact cagrilintide dosing protocols for every situation - standard titration, conservative approaches for GI-sensitive individuals, aggressive protocols for maximum weight loss, combination dosing with semaglutide or tirzepatide, maintenance strategies after goal weight, dose adjustments for side effects, and reconstitution calculations for research peptides.

We'll cover the clinical trial dosing that produced 10-12% weight loss, then break down practical protocols you can actually implement.


Clinical trial dosing: what the research shows

Understanding proven protocols provides the foundation.

OASIS trials: establishing effective doses

Phase 2 OASIS 1 findings:

  • Tested multiple dose levels: 0.3mg, 0.6mg, 1.2mg, 2.4mg, 4.5mg weekly

  • Duration: 26 weeks

  • Primary endpoint: Weight loss at each dose

Dose-response results:

  • 0.3mg weekly: ~4% body weight loss

  • 0.6mg weekly: ~6% body weight loss

  • 1.2mg weekly: ~8% body weight loss

  • 2.4mg weekly: ~10% body weight loss

  • 4.5mg weekly: ~12% body weight loss

Key insight: Clear dose-response relationship. Higher doses = more weight loss, but also more side effects.

Optimal balance: 2.4mg weekly emerged as best efficacy-to-tolerability ratio. This became the standard dose.

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Standard titration schedule from trials

12-week escalation protocol:

Weeks 1-4: 0.6mg weekly

  • Initiation dose

  • Body adapts to amylin effects

  • Minimal side effects at this level

  • Weight loss begins (modest)

Weeks 5-8: 1.2mg weekly

  • First dose increase (doubling)

  • Gastric slowing becomes more noticeable

  • Appetite suppression strengthens

  • Accelerated weight loss

Weeks 9-12: 1.8mg weekly

  • Second increase

  • Strong satiety effects

  • More pronounced GI effects possible

  • Approaching maximum efficacy

Week 13+: 2.4mg weekly (maintenance)

  • Target therapeutic dose

  • Maximum weight loss velocity

  • Maintained indefinitely

  • Nausea typically resolved by this point (adapted)

Why this schedule works:

  • Gradual exposure reduces side effects

  • 4-week intervals allow full adaptation

  • Doubling steps (0.6→1.2→2.4) are tolerable

  • Proven in hundreds of patients

  • Balances speed with tolerability

Use our peptide calculator and peptide dosing guide at SeekPeptides for precise calculations.


Higher dose exploration (4.5mg trials)

Rationale for testing 4.5mg:

  • Investigate maximum tolerable dose

  • Determine if higher = better weight loss

  • Establish safety ceiling

Results at 4.5mg weekly:

  • Weight loss: ~12% (vs 10% at 2.4mg)

  • Incremental benefit: Only 2% additional loss

  • Side effects: Significantly worse nausea/vomiting

  • Dropout rate: Higher than 2.4mg

Clinical verdict:

  • 4.5mg not recommended for routine use

  • Risk-benefit ratio unfavorable

  • 2.4mg remains optimal

  • Some individuals may tolerate 3.0mg as compromise


CagriSema combination dosing trials

REDEFINE-1 protocol:

  • Semaglutide: 2.4mg weekly (standard titration over 16 weeks)

  • Cagrilintide: 2.4mg weekly (12-week titration)

  • Both given as separate injections

  • Started simultaneously from week 1

Semaglutide escalation (standard):

  • Weeks 1-4: 0.25mg

  • Weeks 5-8: 0.5mg

  • Weeks 9-12: 1.0mg

  • Weeks 13-16: 1.7mg

  • Week 17+: 2.4mg

Cagrilintide escalation (when combined):

  • Weeks 1-4: 0.6mg

  • Weeks 5-8: 1.2mg

  • Weeks 9-12: 1.8mg

  • Week 13+: 2.4mg

Results:

  • 15.6% average weight loss (68 weeks)

  • Superior to either alone

  • Side effects manageable with slow titration

  • Combination well-tolerated

See our cagrilintide and semaglutide combination guide and semaglutide dosage calculator.


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Standard cagrilintide dosing protocol (monotherapy)

This is the proven approach for most of our users.

Week-by-week titration guide

Complete 13-week escalation:

Week

Dose

What to Expect

Side Effects

Weight Loss

Tips

1-4

0.6mg

Mild appetite reduction, slightly fuller after meals

Minimal (10-20% experience mild nausea)

1-3 lbs

Take with food, ginger for nausea, stay hydrated

5-8

1.2mg

Stronger satiety, noticeable gastric slowing, eating less

Moderate (30-40% mild-moderate nausea)

4-8 lbs total

Smaller meals, avoid fatty foods, expect fullness

9-12

1.8mg

Very full after eating, smaller portions needed

Higher (40-50% nausea, usually temporary)

10-15 lbs total

Protein priority, slow eating, don't overfill stomach

13+

2.4mg

Maximum appetite suppression, adapted to effects

Moderate (30-40% as body adapts)

1-2 lbs/week steady

Maintain small frequent meals, protein focus


Titration comparison by approach:

Protocol Type

Time to 2.4mg

Total Titration Weeks

Nausea Severity

Weight Loss at 6 Months

Best For

Conservative

19-20 weeks

20 weeks

Low (20-30%)

18-22 lbs

GI-sensitive, first-time peptide users, prefer comfort

Standard (Recommended)

13 weeks

13 weeks

Moderate (40-50%)

20-26 lbs

Most people, balanced approach, proven protocol

Aggressive

7 weeks

8 weeks

High (60-70%)

22-28 lbs

Excellent GI tolerance, want fast results, experienced users

Maximum (4.5mg)

16+ weeks

18 weeks

Very High (70-80%)

24-30 lbs

Exceptional tolerators only, research setting


Injection logistics:

  • Route: Subcutaneous (under skin)

  • Sites: Abdomen, thighs, upper arms

  • Frequency: Once weekly, same day

  • Timing: Any time of day (many prefer evening)

  • Rotate sites to prevent irritation

Critical success factors:

  • Never skip doses (breaks adaptation)

  • Don't rush titration (invites severe nausea)

  • Stay on each dose full 4 weeks minimum

  • Track weight and side effects weekly

  • Adequate protein every day (60-80g minimum)


When to increase vs hold current dose

Increase dose on schedule if:

  • Minimal or no nausea at current dose

  • Tolerating current dose well for 3+ weeks

  • Weight loss continuing (any amount)

  • Following standard protocol

  • No concerning side effects

Stay at current dose longer if:

  • Moderate nausea still present

  • Had vomiting episode(s)

  • Not eating adequate protein due to appetite suppression

  • Rapid weight loss (>3 lbs/week consistently)

  • General feeling unwell

  • Need more adaptation time


Add 1-2 extra weeks at dose level, then reassess

Reduce dose if:

  • Severe persistent nausea despite management

  • Multiple vomiting episodes

  • Unable to maintain nutrition

  • Dehydration occurring

  • Intolerable side effects

Drop back to previous dose, stabilize 2-4 weeks, then retry increase


Planning your titration schedule? SeekPeptides provides personalized dosing calendars based on your GI tolerance and weight loss goals. Our peptide cycle planning guide helps map your complete protocol.


Reconstitution math for research peptides

Common vial sizes and mixing:

Vial Size

Water to Add

Final Concentration

Dose Calculations

Lasts (at 2.4mg)

2.4mg

1ml

2.4mg/ml

0.6mg = 0.25ml, 1.2mg = 0.5ml, 1.8mg = 0.75ml, 2.4mg = 1.0ml

1 week

5mg

2ml

2.5mg/ml

0.6mg = 0.24ml, 1.2mg = 0.48ml, 1.8mg = 0.72ml, 2.4mg = 0.96ml

2 weeks

10mg

4ml

2.5mg/ml

0.6mg = 0.24ml, 1.2mg = 0.48ml, 1.8mg = 0.72ml, 2.4mg = 0.96ml

4+ weeks

10mg (concentrated)

2ml

5mg/ml

0.6mg = 0.12ml, 1.2mg = 0.24ml, 1.8mg = 0.36ml, 2.4mg = 0.48ml

4+ weeks


2.4mg vial (1-week supply at maintenance):

  • Add 1ml bacteriostatic water → 2.4mg/ml concentration

  • Each 1ml = one full 2.4mg dose

  • Simple 1:1 ratio

5mg vial:

  • Add 2ml bacteriostatic water → 2.5mg/ml

  • 0.6mg dose = 0.24ml

  • 1.2mg dose = 0.48ml

  • 2.4mg dose = 0.96ml (~1ml)

10mg vial (bulk):

  • Add 4ml bacteriostatic water → 2.5mg/ml

  • Same dosing as 5mg vial

  • More economical if available

  • Lasts 4+ weeks at maintenance


Calculation formula: Total mg ÷ ml water = concentration (mg/ml) Desired dose ÷ concentration = ml to inject

Example: 10mg vial + 4ml water = 2.5mg/ml Want 2.4mg dose → 2.4 ÷ 2.5 = 0.96ml to inject

Use our peptide reconstitution calculator or free peptide reconstitution calculator for instant calculations. See our how to reconstitute peptides guide for step-by-step instructions.


Storage and stability

Before reconstitution:

  • Freezer (-20°C): 12-24+ months

  • Refrigerator (2-8°C): 6-12 months

  • Room temperature: Not recommended (days only)

After reconstitution:

  • Refrigerator (2-8°C): 28-30 days maximum

  • Never freeze liquid peptide

  • Protect from light (amber vial or box)

  • Maintain sterile technique always

Visual quality check:

  • Should be clear, slightly blue-tinted

  • No particles or cloudiness

  • If contaminated (cloudy, particles) → discard

See our peptide storage guide, how long reconstituted peptides last in fridge, bacteriostatic water for peptides, water to mix with peptides, and lyophilized vs liquid peptides.


Conservative dosing approach (GI-sensitive individuals)

For those who need gentler escalation.

Extended 20-week titration

Slower, more gradual protocol:

  • Weeks 1-6: 0.6mg weekly (extended from 4 weeks)

  • Weeks 7-12: 1.2mg weekly (6 weeks at this dose)

  • Weeks 13-18: 1.8mg weekly (6 weeks)

  • Week 19+: 2.4mg weekly OR stay at 1.8-2.0mg

Advantages:

  • Significantly reduced nausea

  • Better long-term adherence

  • More comfortable adaptation

  • Lower dropout risk

Trade-offs:

  • Slower initial weight loss

  • Takes longer to reach maximum efficacy

  • More weeks of injections to get to target

  • Similar total weight loss (just slower progression)


Lower maintenance doses

Alternative endpoint options:

1.8mg weekly maintenance:

  • ~9% average weight loss (vs 10% at 2.4mg)

  • Notably better tolerated

  • Fewer ongoing side effects

  • 25% cost savings

  • Many find this sufficient

2.0mg weekly maintenance:

  • ~9.5% average weight loss

  • Middle ground approach

  • Good efficacy, good tolerance

  • Slight cost savings

  • Recommended trial first

When to choose lower maintenance:

  • Achieved satisfactory weight loss before reaching 2.4mg

  • Significant nausea at 2.4mg

  • Budget constraints (research peptides expensive)

  • Prefer comfort over maximum results

  • Already combining with semaglutide (lower cagrilintide dose acceptable)


Managing breakthrough nausea during titration

First-line interventions:

  • Pause escalation (stay at current dose 1-2 extra weeks)

  • Ginger supplementation (500-1,000mg before meals)

  • Smaller, more frequent meals (5-6 per day)

  • Avoid trigger foods (fatty, spicy, fried)

  • Stay upright 2 hours after eating

Second-line strategies:

  • Vitamin B6 (25-50mg daily)

  • Sea-Bands acupressure wristbands

  • Cold foods vs hot (better tolerated)

  • Liquid nutrition if solids difficult (protein shakes)

Medication options:

  • Zofran/ondansetron (most effective, prescription)

  • Promethazine (prescription)

  • Meclizine/Dramamine (OTC, less effective)

When to reduce dose:

  • Nausea interfering with daily life

  • Unable to eat adequate protein

  • Vomiting more than occasionally

  • Preference for slower approach


SeekPeptides helps you optimize your titration based on real-time side effects. Track symptoms and get AI-powered recommendations for dose adjustments.


Aggressive dosing protocols (maximum weight loss)

For excellent tolerators seeking fastest results.

Faster escalation (8-week to 2.4mg)

Accelerated titration:

  • Weeks 1-2: 0.6mg weekly

  • Weeks 3-4: 1.2mg weekly

  • Weeks 5-6: 1.8mg weekly

  • Week 7+: 2.4mg weekly

Who can attempt:

  • No significant nausea on GLP-1s previously

  • Generally strong GI tolerance

  • Motivated for rapid weight loss

  • Willing to accept higher side effect risk

  • Can reduce dose if needed

Expected experience:

  • More pronounced nausea (weeks 3-5 especially)

  • Faster adaptation curve

  • Quicker weight loss onset

  • Reaches maximum efficacy 4+ weeks sooner

Success factors:

  • Aggressive nausea management from start

  • Ginger, B6, anti-nausea meds ready

  • Small meal prep planned

  • Ready to slow down if needed


Higher maintenance doses (3.0-4.5mg)

Rationale:

  • Trials showed 3.0mg and 4.5mg produce slightly more weight loss

  • Some individuals tolerate well

  • Investigational approach

3.0mg weekly:

  • ~11% average weight loss

  • Moderate increase in side effects

  • Reasonable middle ground

  • Some find optimal here

4.5mg weekly:

  • ~12% average weight loss (maximum)

  • Significantly worse nausea/vomiting

  • High dropout rate

  • Not recommended routinely

  • Only for exceptional tolerators

Titration to higher doses:

  • Reach 2.4mg first (standard titration)

  • Stable at 2.4mg for 4-8 weeks

  • Increase to 3.0mg if tolerating perfectly

  • Consider 4.5mg only if 3.0mg easy

Risk-benefit analysis:

  • 3.0mg: May be worth it for some (1% extra loss)

  • 4.5mg: Usually not worth it (2% extra loss, major side effects)

  • Cost increases proportionally

  • Individual decision


Combination with other peptides for synergy

Cagrilintide + Semaglutide (CagriSema):

  • Most studied, proven synergy

  • Both at 2.4mg weekly

  • 15-25% total weight loss

  • See detailed combination protocols below

Cagrilintide + CJC-1295/Ipamorelin:

  • Cagrilintide: 2.4mg weekly (fat loss)

  • CJC-1295: 200-300mcg 5x weekly (muscle preservation)

  • Ipamorelin: 200-300mcg 5x weekly (body composition)

  • Preserves muscle during aggressive weight loss

  • Better body composition outcomes

Cagrilintide + BPC-157:

  • Cagrilintide: 2.4mg weekly (weight loss)

  • BPC-157: 250-500mcg twice daily (gut health)

  • BPC-157 may help with GI side effects

  • Supports gut during weight loss

  • Complementary mechanisms


See our peptide stacks guide, peptide stack calculator, CJC-1295 dosage calculator, Ipamorelin benefits, BPC-157 guide, and BPC-157 dosage calculator.


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Combination dosing protocols

Strategies when using multiple peptides together.

CagriSema: Cagrilintide + Semaglutide dosing

Simultaneous start (from day 1):

Week

Semaglutide Dose

Cagrilintide Dose

Combined Weekly Cost (Research)

Cumulative Weight Loss

1-4

0.25mg

0.6mg

$50-80

2-4 lbs

5-8

0.5mg

1.2mg

$80-120

6-10 lbs

9-12

1.0mg

1.8mg

$150-250

12-18 lbs

13-16

1.7mg

2.4mg

$250-350

18-28 lbs

17+

2.4mg

2.4mg

$350-500

30-50+ lbs (by week 68)


Semaglutide titration:

  • Weeks 1-4: 0.25mg weekly

  • Weeks 5-8: 0.5mg weekly

  • Weeks 9-12: 1.0mg weekly

  • Weeks 13-16: 1.7mg weekly

  • Week 17+: 2.4mg weekly

Cagrilintide titration (running parallel):

  • Weeks 1-4: 0.6mg weekly

  • Weeks 5-8: 1.2mg weekly

  • Weeks 9-12: 1.8mg weekly

  • Week 13+: 2.4mg weekly


CagriSema vs monotherapy comparison:

Approach

Average Weight Loss

Timeline to Max Dose

Side Effect Severity

Monthly Cost (Research)

Best For

Semaglutide alone

10-15%

17 weeks

Moderate

$150-300

Proven GLP-1 therapy, FDA approved

Cagrilintide alone

10-12%

13 weeks

Moderate-High

$800-1,600

Amylin pathway, investigational

CagriSema combo

15-25%

17 weeks

High

$950-1,900

Maximum medical weight loss

Tirzepatide alone

15-22%

20 weeks

Moderate

$300-500

Dual GIP/GLP-1, FDA approved


Key points:

  • Both injected same day (different sites) OR different days

  • Cagrilintide reaches target faster (13 weeks vs 17 weeks)

  • Side effects additive but manageable

  • Maximum synergy

Sequential start (adding cagrilintide later):

Already on semaglutide 2.4mg:

  1. Stable on semaglutide for 4+ weeks

  2. Continue semaglutide 2.4mg weekly

  3. Add cagrilintide starting 0.6mg weekly

  4. Titrate cagrilintide: 0.6mg (weeks 1-4) → 1.2mg (weeks 5-8) → 1.8mg (weeks 9-12) → 2.4mg (week 13+)

  5. Maintain both at 2.4mg

Advantages of sequential:

  • Semaglutide establishes baseline weight loss first

  • Easier to attribute new side effects (know it's cagrilintide)

  • Less overwhelming than both at once

  • Can see incremental benefit of adding cagrilintide

Expected combination results:

  • 15-20% average weight loss (most users)

  • 20-25% weight loss (excellent responders)

  • Superior to either alone consistently


Optimize your CagriSema protocol at SeekPeptides - we help you coordinate both titration schedules and manage combined side effects. See our cagrilintide and semaglutide guide and semaglutide vs tirzepatide comparison.


Adding cagrilintide to tirzepatide

Theoretical protocol (not clinically studied):

If on tirzepatide 10-15mg:

  1. Stable on tirzepatide for 4+ weeks

  2. Continue tirzepatide at current dose

  3. Add cagrilintide 0.6mg weekly

  4. Standard cagrilintide titration to 2.4mg

Rationale:

  • Tirzepatide is dual GIP/GLP-1 (very powerful alone)

  • Adding amylin pathway could theoretically enhance

  • No clinical data on this combination

  • Uncertain if additional benefit over tirzepatide alone

Concerns:

  • GI side effects may be severe (both slow gastric emptying)

  • Tirzepatide already produces 15-22% weight loss alone

  • Unclear if cagrilintide adds meaningful benefit

  • Expensive combination

Verdict: Wait for clinical data. Tirzepatide + semaglutide or CagriSema better established.

See our tirzepatide dosing guide.


Lower cagrilintide doses in combinations

When combining, can reduce cagrilintide:

1.8mg cagrilintide + 2.4mg semaglutide:

  • Still very effective (14-18% weight loss estimated)

  • Better tolerated than both at 2.4mg

  • Cost savings on cagrilintide

  • Consider if GI-sensitive

1.2mg cagrilintide + 2.4mg semaglutide:

  • Modest benefit from cagrilintide addition

  • Minimal GI side effects from cagrilintide

  • Semaglutide does heavy lifting

  • May still achieve 12-15% total weight loss

Testing approach:

  • Start with standard doses (both 2.4mg)

  • If intolerable, reduce cagrilintide first

  • Maintain semaglutide at 2.4mg (well-tolerated, established)

  • Find optimal cagrilintide dose for your tolerance


Maintenance dosing after weight loss

Strategies to sustain results long-term.

Transitioning from weight loss to maintenance

Determining goal weight achievement:

  • Lost 10-12% body weight (cagrilintide alone)

  • Lost 15-25% body weight (CagriSema)

  • Weight stable for 4-8 weeks

  • Satisfied with current weight

  • Ready to focus on maintenance


Maintenance dose options comparison:

Maintenance Strategy

Dose

Expected Weight Stability

Side Effects

Monthly Cost Savings vs 2.4mg

Success Rate

Notes

Continue same dose

2.4mg weekly

Excellent (95%+ maintain)

Moderate ongoing

$0 (baseline)

Highest

Most conservative, ensures no regain

Reduce to 2.0mg

2.0mg weekly

Very good (85-90% maintain)

Mild-moderate

$150-300/month

High

Recommended first attempt

Reduce to 1.8mg

1.8mg weekly

Good (75-85% maintain)

Mild

$200-400/month

Moderate-high

Monitor closely for regain

Every 10 days

2.4mg every 10 days

Variable (60-75% maintain)

Mild

$350-500/month

Moderate

Requires close monitoring

Discontinue

None

Poor (20-30% maintain)

None

$800-1,600/month

Very low

Weight regain typical


Option 1: Continue same dose

  • Keep cagrilintide at 2.4mg weekly

  • Ensures no regain

  • Most conservative approach

  • Highest cost


Option 2: Reduce dose slightly

  • Decrease to 1.8-2.0mg weekly

  • Monitor weight for 4 weeks

  • If stable, maintain

  • If gaining, increase back

  • 20-25% cost savings


Option 3: Try every 10 days

  • Instead of weekly, inject every 10 days

  • Effectively 30% dose reduction

  • Some maintain weight this way

  • Requires close monitoring


Recommendation: Try Option 2 first (reduce to 1.8-2.0mg). Most people maintain weight loss at slightly lower dose.


Preventing weight regain

Critical factors beyond peptides:

  • Protein intake (1g per lb current weight minimum)

  • Resistance training (3-4x weekly to maintain muscle)

  • Daily movement (8,000-10,000 steps)

  • Sleep (7-9 hours)

  • Stress management

  • Regular weight monitoring (weekly)

Early intervention if regaining:

  • Gain 3-5 lbs: Tighten diet, increase movement

  • Gain 5-10 lbs: Increase cagrilintide dose back to 2.4mg

  • Gain >10 lbs: Consider adding semaglutide or revisiting full protocol

Realistic expectations:

  • Some fluctuation normal (2-5 lbs)

  • Lifelong management required

  • Peptides not cure, management tools

  • May need indefinite use at maintenance dose


Long-term safety of continuous use

Current evidence:

  • Cagrilintide trials up to 68 weeks (safe)

  • Pramlintide (similar) used for years in diabetes (safe)

  • No tolerance development observed

  • Continued efficacy long-term

Theoretical concerns:

  • Very long-term (5-10+ years) unknown

  • Amylin physiology alterations

  • Potential adaptation

Monitoring recommendations:

  • Annual comprehensive metabolic panel

  • Gallbladder ultrasound if symptoms

  • A1c if diabetic

  • Lipid panel

  • Monitor for side effects

Cost consideration:

  • Maintenance indefinite = ongoing expense

  • Budget $200-400/month (1.8-2.4mg weekly)

  • Or $800-1,600/month if combination

  • Factor into decision to start


Track your maintenance phase with SeekPeptides - our platform helps you find the minimum effective dose to sustain weight loss while minimizing cost and side effects.


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Troubleshooting dosing issues

Solutions for common problems.

Nausea won't resolve at current dose

If nausea persistent after 3+ weeks:

  1. Extend time at dose - Stay another 2-4 weeks (total 6-8 weeks)

  2. Reduce dose temporarily - Drop to previous level for 2 weeks, then retry

  3. Split dose experiment - Some try 1.2mg every 3.5 days instead of 2.4mg weekly (not standard, experimental)

  4. Add pharmaceutical anti-nausea - Zofran prescription can be game-changer

  5. Reassess goal dose - Maybe 1.8mg is your maximum tolerable

When to accept lower target:

  • 9% weight loss at 1.8mg still excellent

  • Better adherence matters more than extra 1%

  • Quality of life important


Plateaued weight loss mid-protocol

Weight loss stalled before reaching 2.4mg:

Likely causes:

  • Not at therapeutic dose yet (need to continue titrating)

  • Temporary plateau (common at weeks 8-12)

  • Inadequate protein intake

  • Not in calorie deficit despite appetite suppression

Solutions:

  • Continue titration on schedule (don't stop early)

  • Track calories temporarily (ensure deficit)

  • Increase protein to 1.2g per lb goal weight

  • Add resistance training if not already

  • Wait 4 more weeks before declaring true plateau

Plateaued at maintenance dose (2.4mg):

  • Normal after 12-16 weeks

  • Body adapting to new weight

  • Consider adding semaglutide for synergy

  • Or accept current weight loss (likely 10-12% achieved)


Extreme appetite suppression (underfeeding)

If barely able to eat:

Warning signs:

  • Eating <1,000 calories daily

  • Protein <50g daily

  • Excessive fatigue

  • Hair thinning

  • Muscle weakness

Interventions:

  • Reduce cagrilintide dose (may be too high for you)

  • Liquid nutrition (protein shakes easier)

  • Nutrient-dense small meals

  • Set eating schedule (force meals even if not hungry)

  • May need to discontinue temporarily

Minimum nutrition targets:

  • 1,200-1,500 calories daily (women)

  • 60-80g protein minimum

  • Multivitamin

  • Hydration 64+ oz

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Injection site reactions

If developing irritation, redness, lumps:

Prevention:

  • Rotate sites religiously (6-8 different spots)

  • Clean site with alcohol, let dry completely

  • Don't inject into same spot within 2 weeks

  • Use shorter needles (5mm vs 8mm)

Treatment:

  • Avoid affected area until healed

  • Ice after injection (5-10 minutes)

  • Topical hydrocortisone cream

  • Allow 3+ weeks between same site

Concerning reactions:

  • Severe pain, swelling, fever → see doctor

  • May indicate infection or allergy

  • Rare but requires evaluation

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How you can use SeekPeptides for optimal cagrilintide dosing

SeekPeptides provides comprehensive dosing guidance for cagrilintide at every stage. Get personalized titration schedules based on your GI tolerance, weight loss goals, and whether you're using cagrilintide alone or in combination.

Our platform helps you determine when to increase doses, when to hold current dose, how to manage breakthrough nausea, optimal maintenance dosing after weight loss, and reconstitution calculations for research peptides.

Track your weekly doses, side effects, and weight to optimize your protocol in real-time.

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Final thoughts

Cagrilintide dosing success depends on following proven titration protocols rather than rushing to maximum doses. The standard 12-week escalation from 0.6mg to 2.4mg weekly balances efficacy with tolerability, producing 10-12% weight loss for most users. GI-sensitive individuals benefit from extended 16-20 week titrations and may find optimal results at maintenance doses of 1.8-2.0mg weekly rather than pushing to 2.4mg.

Combination protocols with semaglutide require coordinating two separate titration schedules, with cagrilintide reaching 2.4mg at 13 weeks and semaglutide at 17 weeks. This dual-peptide approach produces 15-25% weight loss - significantly superior to monotherapy - making the dosing complexity worthwhile for those seeking maximum results.

Maintenance dosing after achieving weight loss often allows reduction to 1.8-2.0mg weekly while sustaining results, providing cost savings and better tolerability for long-term use. However, lifestyle factors - protein intake, resistance training, sleep, stress management - remain critical for preventing regain regardless of dose.

Research peptide users must master reconstitution calculations, proper storage, and sterile technique alongside dosing protocols. Quality sourcing with third-party testing ensures you're actually getting pharmaceutical-grade cagrilintide at stated concentrations.

Your cagrilintide dosing journey requires patience during titration, willingness to adjust based on tolerance and results, commitment to minimum 12-16 weeks before assessing full efficacy, and understanding that optimal dosing varies individually - what works perfectly for one person may be intolerable or insufficient for another. Start with proven protocols, adjust systematically, and prioritize sustainable approaches over aggressive shortcuts.


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