Tirzepatide dosing schedule
Human schedule
Tirzepatide is given as a subcutaneous injection once weekly. The figures below are a generalized reference drawn from published studies and titration protocols.
This is a concise reference to regimens described for adults; it is not an individual prescription.
| Period / condition | Dose | Escalation |
|---|---|---|
| Start (weeks 1–4) | 2.5 mg weekly | Starting dose |
| Titration | 5 → 7.5 → 10 → 12.5 mg weekly | +2.5 mg every 4 weeks if needed |
| Maximum | 15 mg weekly | Maximum in this schedule |