✦ 80 patient reports ● Updated 2026-06-24 r/Ozempic, r/Semaglutide, r/GLP1

How Much Weight Loss Is Typical In The First Few Months On GLP-1s?

📊 What patients commonly report

Many patients report losing around 1-2 pounds per week in the first few months, especially as they gradually increase their dose. This often translates to losing 15-20 pounds within the first three to six months. However, individual experiences vary, with some patients seeing slower progress and others experiencing more rapid weight loss.

⚖️ Where experiences differ

Reported as helpful

steady 1-2 pounds a week
20 pounds in 3 months
feeling full faster

Reported as ineffective

very slow progress
no change on low dose
gaining weight

📅 Medication, dose & timeline

Wk 1–4

Some patients start to see modest weight loss (1-2 lbs/week), while others feel no initial effects.

Mo 2–3

Many patients find their weight loss accelerates, often losing 4-8 pounds per month.

Mo 4–6

Steady weight loss typically continues, with patients often reporting a total loss of 15-30+ pounds.

💬 What patients said

"I lost 6 pounds since I started Ozempic in January, is that good? 🥴😂 I have about 15 - 20 pounds to lose"

Patient · Ozempic, 4-5 months (estimated)

"Started a week before Christmas and I'm currently down 27 pounds, so slightly more than one pound a week."

Patient · Ozempic, 6 months

"So thankful for ozempic! 20 pounds down in a little over three months, just in time for summer lol"

Patient · Ozempic, 3 months

"Been doing low dose tirz for about 7 weeks. Feel like I’m super responsive. 1.25 mg. And I’m down 7 pounds, cutting 3-400 calories a day and make much better food choices, which is like 5% of my body weight."

Patient · GLP-1, 7 weeks

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These are patient-reported experiences, not medical advice. Always consult your prescriber for decisions about your treatment.

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Published: 2026-06-24 · Updated: 2026-06-24