This starter pen is typically used for initiation and initial dose escalation. It contains a total of in a 1.5 mL solution volume (concentration of 1.34 mg/mL). Target Dose Number of Clicks Required Purpose / Clinical Context 0.25 mg 18 clicks Recommended standard starting dose for weeks 1–4. 0.50 mg 36 clicks Standard maintenance dose starting at week 5. 2. The Teal Pen (1.0 mg Dose) Semaglutide: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Brands - Drugs.com

: You should only adjust your dose or use click counting under the direct guidance of a medical professional, such as those at BC Diabetes or your local pharmacist .

| Dose (mg) | Clicks (from 0) | Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 25 Clicks | Lowering dose from 1mg | | 0.60 mg | 30 Clicks | Micro-titration | | 1.00 mg | 50 Clicks | Standard Maintenance Dose | | 1.20 mg | 60 Clicks | Bridging dose | | 1.50 mg | 75 Clicks | Max for this pen (fully depressed) |

: Ensure you obtain your medication from trusted sources like GoodRx or legitimate pharmacies, as counterfeit pens with incorrect click mechanisms have been reported . 25/0.5 mg starter pen versus a 1 mg maintenance pen ?

A "Click Chart" is a reference table that translates the number of clicks on a specific pen into a specific micro-dosage (mg).

During drug shortages, pharmacies often swap pen strengths. Understanding clicks prevents a user from accidentally overdosing if they are given a Red pen but are used to the Blue pen dosage.

The Ozempic pen is designed to be a device.