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Plateaued weight loss before reaching maximum If weight loss stalled mid-titration: Likely causes: Normal temporary plateau Not at therapeutic doses yet Inadequate protein intake Metabolic adaptation Solutions: Continue titration (don't stop early!) Increase protein to 1.2g per lb goal weight Add resistance training 4x weekly Track calories (ensure deficit) Wait 4+ weeks before declaring plateau If plateaued at maximum doses (2.4mg + 2.4mg): Normal after 12-16 weeks Body settling at new weight Assess if goal achieved (15-25% loss typical) Consider if more weight loss realistic/healthy May be maintenance weight Not a true plateau if: Still losing (even 0.5 lb/week counts) Lost expected percentage (15-25%) Only been at max dose 4-8 weeks Intolerable side effects at current doses If can't tolerate escalation: Option 1: Slow down titration Stay at current dose 2-4 extra weeks Let body adapt fully Then retry increase Option 2: Reduce one peptide Drop back on the peptide causing most issues Usually cagrilintide (stronger GI effects) Example: Semaglutide 2.4mg + Cagrilintide 1.2mg Still get benefits, better tolerated Option 3: Reduce both peptides Lower target doses (1.7-2.0mg each) Still effective (13-20% weight loss possible) Much better tolerated Option 4: Stop one peptide Continue semaglutide alone (proven effective) Discontinue cagrilintide Still achieve 10-15% weight loss Don't power through severe side effects: Risks malnutrition, dehydration Reduces adherence long-term Better to find tolerable dose Difficulty affording both peptides Budget-friendly alternatives: Option 1: Prioritize semaglutide Semaglutide 2.4mg alone: $150-300/month Delivers 10-15% weight loss Well-proven, cost-effective Option 2: Lower-dose CagriSema Semaglutide 2.4mg + Cagrilintide 1.2mg Total: $300-550/month Still synergistic, more affordable Option 3: Tirzepatide instead Single peptide, dual mechanism $300-500/month 15-22% weight loss (similar to CagriSema) Option 4: Intermittent CagriSema Use CagriSema during weight loss phase (6-12 months) Switch to semaglutide alone for maintenance Saves $200-400/month long-term Use our peptide stack calculator and peptide cost calculator at SeekPeptides to plan affordable protocols