Wegovy & Mounjaro Maintenance Dose

How Do I Maintain My Weight After Medication?

Reaching your goal weight is a huge milestone. But what happens next? For many, the fear of regaining weight after stopping medication like Mounjaro or Wegovy is real.

A common question we hear is whether there’s a maintenance dose you can continue with, or a structured programme you can follow in order to keep the weight off after finishing your medication.

Dr Charlotte explains that if you've made positive changes during your journey you’re likely to keep the weight off. By learning portion control, improving food choices, and adding manageable physical activity early on in your weight loss journey along side taking your medication, you build habits that help maintain results even after stopping medication.

For those who need extra support, Mounjaro and Wegovy are licensed for both weight loss and short-term maintenance. Which means, once you reach your goal, you can transition to a lower maintenance dose to ease your body off the medication gradually, while staying in control of your appetite and weight.

It's not about going “cold turkey.” Instead, it’s a structured phase supported by your care team. Whether it's adjusting your dose or offering behavioural and nutritional guidance, The Slimming Clinic can help you sustain your success long after the medication ends.

When you stop taking Mounjaro, some patients notice their appetite increases again, especially if lifestyle habits haven’t been fully established. That’s why it’s important to make behavioural changes throughout your treatment. If your weight starts creeping back up, it’s best to take early action.

Can I Continue With Mounjaro or Wegovy If My BMI Is Under 30?

Reaching your goal weight doesn’t automatically mean your prescription will stop. As Dr Charlotte explains, Mounjaro is licensed for both weight loss and maintenance, so it can continue to be used to help you stabilise your results.

At The Slimming Clinic, the only time we consider stopping treatment is if your BMI drops below 22.5, which we view as the lower safe limit. We're here to support your health, not push you into an underweight range. If your BMI is decreasing and you're seeing success, we're here to celebrate that progress with you, not cut you off.

This is a common question, and the answer is: it depends on your personal journey. Dr Charlotte Norton explains that your first priority should be reaching your goal weight without worrying too much, early on, about how long you'll stay on the medication.

During your weight loss journey with Mounjaro or Wegovy, you’ll naturally learn to eat smaller portions, feel full on less food, and build sustainable habits. The people who keep weight off successfully are those who combine medication with realistic lifestyle changes, like staying active and regularly checking in with their weight.

Once you reach your goal, you can continue with a maintenance dose to help you stabilise. Some patients reduce their dose gradually, while others continue treatment depending on personal needs and affordability. At The Slimming Clinic, we support this phase carefully, ensuring your weight remains stable and your health stays balanced.

If your weight does start to creep back up, you don’t need to wait until it gets “bad enough” to take action. You may still be eligible to restart treatment, even if your BMI hasn’t returned to its original level. Our team looks at the whole picture, and we’re here to support you at every stage.

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