# @healthline on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DWWz77mE35i
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/62866072-healthline-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-03-26T17:43:08.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Healthline (@healthline) — https://gondola.cc/healthline

## Caption

Fewer shots, same weight loss results? 💉⚖️

New research is exploring whether people taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Wegovy can maintain their weight loss with less frequent injections.

These medications help people lose about 15–20% of their body weight on average — but they’re typically prescribed as a weekly, long-term treatment since many regain weight after stopping.

Now, a small study suggests some people may be able to space doses every 2–6 weeks and still keep the weight off — while also maintaining improvements in health markers.

Experts say tapering could potentially:
💰 Lower long-term costs
😌 Reduce side effects
📉 Help maintain results

But it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach — and changing your dosing schedule without medical guidance isn’t recommended.

💬 Bottom line: fewer injections might work for some people, but it depends on the individual.

👇 Would you consider spacing out your medication if it still worked? Tell us below.

🔗 Tap the link in bio for more.

Post Fact Checked By: Kelsey Nank, PA-C
Post Review Date: 03/18/26
Article Fact Checked By: Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D.
Article Review Date: 03/09/26
Source: Can You Maintain Weight Loss With Fewer Injections of Ozempic, Wegovy? 
Written by Mandy French

#ozempic #wegovy #weightlossjourney #healthnews #glp1 #metabolichealth #wellness #medicalnews #healthtips

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metabolichealth, healthtips, glp1, weightlossjourney, wegovy, ozempic, medicalnews, healthnews, wellness

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