Mounjaro and Wegovy Equivalent Doses: What the Comparison Really Means

The two medicines work through related but different pathways. Wegovy contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Mounjaro contains tirzepatide, which acts on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors — a dual mechanism that means the dose numbers measured in milligrams reflect entirely different molecules and potencies. A 5 mg dose of tirzepatide and a 1 mg dose of semaglutide, for example, are not equivalent in the way that two versions of the same drug might be.

Wegovy's titration schedule typically progresses through strengths of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, and 2.4 mg, with each stage determined by your prescriber. Mounjaro's schedule commonly moves through 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg. The numbers look very different because the milligram figures refer to different compounds entirely.

Some people switching between the two medicines, or researching the comparison, look for a rough stage-to-stage correspondence — for instance, whether being on a mid-range Mounjaro dose broadly aligns with a mid-range Wegovy dose in terms of where someone is in their treatment journey. For context on specific dose stages, see how a 5 mg Mounjaro dose compares to Wegovy stages and a broader look at Wegovy and Mounjaro equivalent doses. You can also explore the full Wegovy dose schedule for reference.

Any decision to switch medicines, adjust a dose, or move through a titration schedule belongs entirely with your prescriber. This page is informational only and does not constitute advice on what dose you should take.

Whichever medicine you have been prescribed — and whatever stage of titration you are at — keeping an accurate record of every dose you take is one of the most practical things you can do. GLP Trackr's dose logging feature lets you record each injection with the date, time, and exact dose strength, so you always have a clear, timestamped history of where you are in your schedule.

This matters particularly when you are moving through titration stages: a clear log makes it straightforward to discuss your progress with your prescriber and reduces any uncertainty about when your last dose was taken or which strength you are currently on. The app's dose-tracking tools also include reminders so a weekly injection is less likely to be forgotten.

If you miss a dose or have any question about your schedule, the right step is always to contact your prescriber or doctor — the app can help you log the gap so you have accurate records to bring to that conversation, but dose decisions are never something to manage without clinical guidance.

GLP Trackr supports both Mounjaro and Wegovy users throughout their journey. Log each dose, track how you are feeling over time, and bring a clear picture of your treatment history to every prescriber appointment. Download GLP Trackr on the App Store or Google Play — your first 7 days are completely free.