Was this on purpose, or are you thinking about harming yourself? You’re not alone, and help is here right now. Call or text 988 (the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) and call 911 or Poison Help (1‑800‑222‑1222). 988 is for support — it’s not a replacement for emergency care during an active overdose.

GLP-1 Safety · Verified July 14, 2026

GLP-1 Took Too Much? What to Do Right Now

By WPG Research TeamPublished: Last updated:

Last verified: — we checked Poison Help’s guidance, the four 911 signs, the FDA’s compounded-semaglutide alert, and the current U.S. labels for semaglutide, tirzepatide, orforglipron, liraglutide, and dulaglutide on this date.

General information, not medical advice. This page can’t tell you whether your specific dose is dangerous or what to do next. Only a poison expert or your doctor can do that. If you took too much of any medicine, call Poison Help at 1‑800‑222‑1222 or 911 right away.

GLP-1 took too much — what should I do right now?

For a known or suspected extra GLP‑1 dose, call Poison Help at 1‑800‑222‑1222, even if you feel okay. Call 911 instead if the person has collapsed, had a seizure, is having trouble breathing, or can’t be woken. Poison specialists will use the product, amount, timing, symptoms, and your other medicines to tell you whether to watch at home, call your prescriber, or be seen in person.

You don’t need to be sure it was an “overdose” before you call. You don’t need to wait for symptoms. Here’s the order:

  1. 1

    Check for the four emergency signs first. Collapsed. Seizure. Trouble breathing. Can’t be woken up. If any of those are happening, call 911 now and skip the rest.

  2. 2

    No emergency signs? Call Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222. It’s free and confidential, staffed around the clock by nurses, pharmacists, and doctors who handle medication mix‑ups every day. Anyone can call, and their help is non‑judgmental.

  3. 3

    Grab the medicine and keep it with you. The pen, vial, tablet bottle, syringe, prescription label, and any written instructions. Snap a photo of the concentration and syringe markings if you can.

  4. 4

    Ask Poison Help what to do about your next scheduled dose. Don’t use a “missed‑dose” rule or a generic online chart to decide it yourself.

  5. 5

    Tell your prescriber what happened once the immediate step is handled, so they can set your plan going forward.

What this page can’t do (and why that’s the honest part)

We can’t tell you whether your specific dose is dangerous, whether you’ll get symptoms, or when to take your next dose. Those answers depend on the exact drug, amount, concentration, timing, your symptoms, your other medicines, and your health history. What we can do is connect you with the right expert and help you hand them the facts they need.

A lot of websites will confidently tell you that one accidental double dose is “usually fine” and that you should “just skip next week.” We’re not going to do that. The actual drug labels don’t say that — they point you to Poison Help or a medical toxicologist and to care based on your real symptoms, not a one‑size‑fits‑all rule.

So we won’t guess for you. We’ll get you to someone who can actually judge your situation.

The GLP-1 dosing-error action guide

The person to call is the same for almost every GLP‑1 dosing error — Poison Help — but the facts they’ll need change depending on what happened. Find your situation in the table below.

What happenedDo this nowHave this readyDon’t do this
Someone collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or won't wake upCall 911The medicine package, if someone else can grab it without slowing the callDon't drive an unconscious or seizing person yourself unless 911 tells you to
You took an extra dose but the person is awake and breathingCall Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222. Don't wait for symptomsDrug and brand, strength, prescribed dose, your best guess of the actual amount, the time, age, weight, symptoms, and other medicinesDon't rely on "I feel fine" or a generic double-dose rule
Two weekly doses taken too close togetherCall Poison Help and ask specifically what to do about the next doseDates and times of both doses, product, and strengthDon't run your "missed-dose" rule in reverse
A compounded vial or syringe was involved and the dose is in "units"Call Poison Help. Keep the vial, syringe, and label in front of youThe concentration exactly as printed, vial size, syringe type, number of units, prescribed mg, and photosDon't use an online mg-to-units calculator to decide you're safe
Wrong pen, wrong strength, or wrong medicineCall Poison HelpBoth the intended and the actual packages or photosDon't assume two GLP-1 products have the same safe dose range
Symptoms are showing upCall Poison Help; call 911 if an emergency sign appearsYour symptom timeline, whether you can keep fluids down, glucose readings if you have themDon't "wait and see" until symptoms get severe
A child got into the medicineCall Poison Help immediately; call 911 for collapse, seizure, trouble breathing, or if they won't wakeThe child's age and weight, the package, how much is missing, roughly whenDon't wait for the child to look sick
The extra dose was on purpose, or tied to self-harmCall 911 and Poison Help. Call or text 988 for crisis supportThe product and amount, the time, where the person is, and whether they're aloneDon't leave the person alone, and don't use 988 in place of emergency care

What information should I have ready when I call Poison Help?

Have the medicine package, the active ingredient, the strength or concentration, the prescribed dose, your best guess of how much was taken, the time, the person’s age and rough weight, current symptoms, and other medicines ready. If a compounded vial was involved, read every number exactly as printed — don’t try to convert the dose yourself.

You don’t need all of it to call. Here’s the short list:

  • 1The medicine and active ingredient — e.g., Wegovy or Ozempic (semaglutide), Zepbound or Mounjaro (tirzepatide), Foundayo (orforglipron). Not sure? Bring the package.
  • 2The strength or concentration exactly as printed on the label.
  • 3The prescribed amount ("I was supposed to take…") and the possible actual amount ("I may have taken…"), kept separate.
  • 4The time of the intended dose and of the possible extra dose.
  • 5Age and rough weight, plus pregnancy or breastfeeding if it applies.
  • 6Current symptoms, or "none so far."
  • 7Other medicines, especially insulin or a sulfonylurea (glipizide, glimepiride, glyburide).

What if I don’t know how much I took?

Call anyway. “Unknown” is useful information, and the package, pen, vial, tablet count, or your photos may help the specialist estimate what happened.

What if more than one GLP-1 or diabetes medicine was involved?

Have each product, strength, and time ready separately — don’t add them up or convert them into one number. The specialist needs both packages and both times, not your math.

What if I only know the dose in “units”?

Read the exact concentration and the syringe details out loud. “Units” is just a mark on a particular syringe — the actual drug amount depends on the concentration.

Can you overdose on GLP-1 medicine, and what does it feel like?

Yes, you can take too much. Overdose symptoms can look like the normal GLP‑1 side effects — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and belly pain — but may last longer. Severe dehydration or low blood sugar can also happen, especially if you also use insulin or a sulfonylurea.

⚠️ Common overdose symptoms

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and belly (stomach) pain — the usual side effects, but stronger and longer-lasting. Heavy vomiting can also lead to dehydration.

🚨 Call Poison Help — or 911 for the last two

  • Low blood sugar: shaking, sweating, confusion, fast heartbeat, dizziness, passing out
  • Pancreatitis: severe or lasting belly pain spreading to the back
  • Severe dehydration: barely peeing, dizzy when you stand, racing heart
  • 911 signs: collapse, seizure, trouble breathing, can’t be woken
The FDA’s reports on dosing errors with compounded semaglutide also included fainting, headache, migraine, dehydration, pancreatitis, and gallstones. Those are reported outcomes from a specific product — they don’t mean every overdose causes them. What they mean is simple: a big or uncertain overdose is not something to size up with an online checklist.

And if you feel totally fine? Still call Poison Help. Serious poisonings don’t always announce themselves early, and long‑acting GLP‑1 drugs can need a longer watch. “I feel okay so far” is useful information for the expert — it’s not a reason to skip the call.

When is taking too much GLP-1 a 911 emergency?

Call 911 right away when the person has:

  • !
    Collapsed or passing outFainted and not quickly coming back, or clearly losing consciousness.
  • !
    A seizureCall 911, move anything nearby that could cause injury, and follow what the dispatcher says.
  • !
    Trouble breathingObviously struggling to breathe or can't breathe normally. If breathing is hard, that counts — don't wait for it to get worse.
  • !
    Can't be wokenYou can't rouse the person.

What about scary symptoms that aren’t on this list? If things look life‑threatening or are getting worse fast, call 911. For everything else, Poison Help can point you to the right level of care. That’s the beauty of the number — it’s not just for emergencies. It’s also for “I’m not sure, and I need someone who knows.”

How long do GLP-1 overdose symptoms last?

There’s no single timeline — it depends on the drug, the dose, and you. Half‑life is a big part of the reason symptoms can drag on. Semaglutide’s half‑life is roughly one week, tirzepatide’s about five days, and orforglipron’s about 29 to 49 hours. That’s why the labels warn that symptoms and monitoring may continue past the day of the mistake.

What the labels say for the most common GLP-1 medicines

Medicine (common brands)FormWhat the label says for an overdoseRoughly how long it lingers
Semaglutide — Wegovy, Ozempic, RybelsusWeekly shot or daily pillSupportive care based on symptoms; consider Poison Help or a medical toxicologist; a longer observation period may be neededHalf‑life ~1 week; stays in the body about 5–7 weeks after the highest maintenance doses
Tirzepatide — Zepbound, Mounjaro (a GIP/GLP‑1 medicine)Weekly shotContact Poison Help or a medical toxicologist; supportive care based on symptoms; observation may be neededHalf‑life ~5 days
Orforglipron — FoundayoDaily pillConsider Poison Control or a medical toxicologist; supportive care; observation may be needed. Label: don't double up; no more than one tablet a dayHalf‑life ~29–49 hours
Liraglutide — Saxenda, VictozaDaily shotConsider Poison Help or a medical toxicologist; supportive care based on symptomsHalf‑life ~13 hours (shorter than the weekly drugs)
Dulaglutide — TrulicityWeekly shotConsider Poison Help or a medical toxicologist; supportive care may include frequent glucose checksHalf‑life ~5 days

This table covers the most common GLP‑1 and GLP‑1‑based medicines — not every approved product. All overdose instructions and half-life figures are drawn from current U.S. prescribing information (sources linked below).

Half‑life is not a “you’re safe after X hours” clock. It’s an average for how fast the drug level drops across lots of people. It doesn’t know how much you took, your kidneys or liver, or your other medicines. The timeline for any one person comes from Poison Help or your doctor — not from a chart.

What will Poison Help or the ER actually do? Is there an antidote?

No — there’s no antidote or reversal drug for a GLP‑1 overdose. The labels call for supportive care based on the person’s symptoms. Depending on the case, that may mean treating vomiting, replacing lost fluids, checking blood sugar, or handling another complication, plus a longer watch because these drugs clear slowly.

“No antidote” sounds scary — it’s actually pretty normal in medicine, and it does not mean nothing can be done. It means care is aimed at keeping you comfortable and safe while the drug works its way out. In a published poison‑center report, a patient who came in after a large dosing error was treated with anti‑nausea medicine and IV fluids and recovered well.

Depending on your exact situation, Poison Help may recommend watching at home, calling your prescriber, or getting checked in person. Most poison‑center calls are handled right over the phone, and most people never end up needing a hospital.

What if I took too much compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide?

Call Poison Help now and keep the vial, syringe, label, and written instructions in front of you. A compounded drug is one a licensed pharmacy or FDA‑registered facility mixes to order. The finished product is not FDA‑approved, and the FDA does not check its safety, effectiveness, or quality before it’s sold. These come in different strengths, and a syringe “unit” is just a mark on the syringe — not a fixed amount of drug.

The FDA has flagged confusion between mg, mL, and units — plus varying concentrations and mismatched syringes — in reports on compounded injectable semaglutide dispensed in multidose vials. These errors led to people taking 5 to 20 times the dose they meant to. Some ended up in the hospital.

Why “units” doesn’t tell the whole story

mg (milligrams)

The amount of actual drug.

mL (milliliters)

The amount of liquid.

units

Marks on a particular syringe — just measuring liquid.

The concentration ties them together — how many milligrams are packed into each milliliter. Two vials can look the same and have different concentrations. That’s the whole reason to read the label to a person instead of typing numbers into a calculator.

What to photograph before you call

  • 📷 The whole vial label, front and back
  • 📷 The prescription directions
  • 📷 The syringe laid flat with the markings visible
  • 📷 The pharmacy label
  • 📷 Any dose chart your provider gave you

A script you can read to Poison Help

“I may have taken the wrong amount of a compounded GLP‑1. The label says [exact concentration]. I was told to take [prescribed amount or units], and I think I took [actual or unknown amount] at [time]. The syringe is [type and size], and right now my symptoms are [symptoms, or none].”

Can taking too much GLP-1 cause low blood sugar?

It can. GLP‑1 medicines release insulin in a “glucose‑dependent” way — mostly when your blood sugar is high — which generally lowers the risk of a dangerous low when used alone. But that risk isn’t zero: the FDA lists severe low blood sugar as a possible overdose effect, and the overall risk goes up if you also take insulin or a sulfonylurea.

Why the risk is usually lower alone

These drugs are glucose‑dependent — they nudge out more insulin when sugar is high and back off when it’s normal. That built‑in brake is why a GLP‑1 by itself doesn’t usually crash your blood sugar.

Why it can still happen

The FDA still lists severe low blood sugar as a possible overdose effect. The risk climbs if you’re also taking insulin or a sulfonylurea (glipizide, glimepiride, or glyburide) — because those drugs can lower blood sugar on their own.

Low-blood-sugar warning signs (CDC / NIDDK)

Common signs: fast heartbeat, shaking, sweating, feeling anxious or irritable, confusion, dizziness, hunger.

Severe signs — call 911: passing out, seizures.

Don’t rewrite your diabetes plan on your own. Don’t stop your insulin or quit your sulfonylurea based on a web page. Follow your existing low‑blood‑sugar plan and the instructions from Poison Help or your doctor.

Should I skip my next GLP-1 dose after taking too much?

Don’t use a blanket “skip next week” rule. Missed‑dose instructions tell you what to do when you took too little — they were never written to fix an overdose. Current labels call for an individual plan based on the product, the amount, the timing, and how you’re feeling. Ask Poison Help and your prescriber.

A missed dose

Means less medicine than planned. The “take it within X days” rule is about catching up safely.

An extra dose

Means possibly more medicine than planned. That’s a different problem, and the missed‑dose window doesn’t answer it.

You can’t run the missed‑dose rule backward and get a safe overdose plan. Weekly shots, daily pills, and daily shots all behave differently, and their half‑lives differ too.

Ask this exact question when you call:

“Based on the product, strength, amount, and times I took it, what should I do about my next scheduled dose — and who should confirm that plan?”

Then write down: who you spoke with, the date and time, the next‑dose instruction, which symptoms should make you call again, and any case number they give you.

What should I NOT do after a GLP-1 dosing error?

Don’t wait for symptoms to prove it was serious, don’t make yourself vomit, don’t try a home remedy, don’t throw away the packaging, and don’t let a generic online chart tell you no call is needed.

  • Don't wait for symptoms. Serious poisonings can be quiet early on.
  • Don't induce vomiting or improvise a "flush." Poison Help specifically advises against home remedies and against making someone throw up. Let them guide you.
  • Don't treat a stranger's online outcome as your prognosis. Different drug, different strength, different other medicines, and an unknown amount. People who post updates are also the ones who felt fine enough to post.
  • Don't toss the packaging. The label may hold the only reliable concentration info.
  • Don't run an online calculator to decide whether to call. Record the printed numbers, sure — but don't let a tool judge how serious your exposure is.
  • Don't change your other diabetes medicines on your own. Route those decisions to your existing plan and your care team.

What if the extra dose was on purpose, or tied to self-harm?

An intentional overdose is an emergency: call 911 and Poison Help, and don’t leave the person alone.

If you’re reading this because you’re struggling: you matter, and help is available right now. Please reach out — call or text 988, and call 911 or Poison Help (1‑800‑222‑1222). You don’t have to sort this out alone.

In the U.S., you can also call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, for free, confidential support any time — but 988 is not a substitute for emergency medical care during an active overdose.

If you’re helping someone else: get emergency care first. Move any remaining medicine out of reach only if it’s safe to do so. You can contact 988 for support yourself — you don’t have to be in crisis to call it. But an active overdose still needs 911 and Poison Help.

Why do GLP-1 dosing errors happen — and how do I prevent another one?

Many GLP‑1 dosing errors are preventable. Poison centers say the most common involve taking doses too close together or taking a higher‑than‑recommended dose at once; with compounded products, confusion about measurement units is a big driver.

Poison centers have seen a nearly 1,500% jump since 2019 in calls about overdoses or side effects of injectable weight‑loss drugs, topping 8,000 GLP‑1‑related cases in 2023. A 2026 study in the Journal of Medical Toxicology found most were unintentional errors — and even “mild” ones increasingly end up needing care. The fix is a system, not more willpower.

Our Three‑Check Dose Rule

An editorial prevention framework built around the error patterns Poison Help and the FDA describe. Three checks, every single dose.

Check 1

Product and strength

Read the medicine name and strength before you open or draw anything.

Check 2

Written prescribed amount

Match the prescribed mg to your provider's written volume (mL) or syringe mark. If anything changed or doesn't line up, stop and call your pharmacy or prescriber.

Check 3

Log after you take it

Record the dose once it’s actually done — not when the reminder pops up, and not when you lay your supplies out. The difference between a reminder (“time to dose”) and a confirmation (“I dosed at 8:02 a.m.”) is the difference between forgetting and double-dosing.

Two more that quietly prevent the worst mistakes

  • +Check every new vial or refill. The concentration can change even when the drug doesn’t. Compare the new label to the old one — don’t assume they match.
  • +Ask for your dose in more than one unit. For compounded medicine, ask for the mg, the matching mL, the matching syringe mark, the exact syringe size, and a quick demo — so your provider can double‑check you.

Your free Three‑Check Dose Card

Keep a simple card wherever you store your medicine, with:

  • ✓ Medicine and strength/concentration
  • ✓ Prescribed amount
  • ✓ Scheduled day and time
  • ✓ The day and time you actually took it, with your initials
  • ✓ Your pharmacy/prescriber number
  • Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222

Why people don’t call — and why they should

When people describe these moments, the feeling usually isn’t calm curiosity. It’s some mix of “I feel so stupid,” “I’m embarrassed I did this,” and “I’m scared and I don’t know what happens next.” That shame is the thing that keeps hands off the phone.

So here’s the reassurance, plainly: Poison Help is free, confidential, and non‑judgmental, and accidental double doses are exactly the kind of call they handle. No one is keeping score. Most people get the help they need right over the phone.

The feelings above reflect how people commonly describe dosing‑error moments in patient communities. They’re here to normalize reaching out — not as medical evidence, and not as claims about what will happen to you.

What we actually verified for this guide

We built this page from U.S. government and medical sources. We verified the official action steps, the emergency signs, and the drug half‑lives. We did not try to set a “safe” extra dose or a universal next‑dose rule — because those don’t exist as blanket answers.

What we checkedSource typeWhat we confirmedLast checked
Poison Help number and availabilityAmerica's Poison Centers / HRSA1-800-222-1222; free, confidential, 24/7, expert-staffedJul 14, 2026
The four 911 signsPoison Help / America's Poison CentersCollapse, seizure, trouble breathing, can't be wokenJul 14, 2026
Compounded semaglutide error patternsFDA safety alertmg/mL/units confusion, varying concentrations, 5–20× errors, some hospitalizedJul 14, 2026
Compounded-drug statusFDA compounding guidanceNot FDA-approved; not reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or quality before marketingJul 14, 2026
Semaglutide overdose instructions & half-lifeFDA Wegovy labelSupportive care by symptoms; contact Poison Help/toxicologist; ~1-week half-life; ~5–7 weeks in circulationJul 14, 2026
Tirzepatide overdose instructions & half-lifeCurrent U.S. labelsPoison Help/toxicologist, supportive care; ~5-day half-lifeJul 14, 2026
Orforglipron (Foundayo) instructions & half-lifeCurrent FDA labelPoison Control/toxicologist, supportive care; ~29–49-hour half-life; don't double upJul 14, 2026
Liraglutide & dulaglutide instructionsCurrent U.S. labelsPoison Help/toxicologist and symptom-based supportive careJul 14, 2026
Poison-center call trends & common errorsJournal of Medical Toxicology (2026)~1,500% rise since 2019; 8,000+ cases in 2023; daily-vs-weekly & no-titration errors; 23%→33.5% facility referralsJul 14, 2026
Low-blood-sugar signsCDC / NIDDKCommon and severe symptoms of hypoglycemiaJul 14, 2026
988 availability988 LifelineFree, confidential crisis support, 24/7Jul 14, 2026

Sources

  1. America's Poison Centers — GLP‑1 Drug Overdose
  2. Poison Help line (HRSA) — number, availability, most cases handled by phone
  3. Poison Control / webPOISONCONTROL — 911 warning signs and online tool
  4. FDA — Alert on dosing errors with compounded injectable semaglutide
  5. FDA — Compounding and the FDA: Questions and Answers
  6. FDA — Wegovy (semaglutide) prescribing information
  7. FDA — Foundayo (orforglipron) prescribing information
  8. FDA — Saxenda/Victoza (liraglutide) prescribing information
  9. Journal of Medical Toxicology (2026) — National Poison Center Trends in GLP‑1 Receptor Agonist Exposures (Miller et al.)
  10. Poison-center case series — administration errors of compounded semaglutide
  11. CDC — Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
  12. NIDDK — Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
  13. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Verify all label links point to the current published version on your publish date. Half-life figures for tirzepatide and dulaglutide are drawn from current prescribing information and peer-reviewed pharmacology reviews.

GLP-1 took too much — frequently asked questions

The safest answer to a suspected extra GLP‑1 dose is to call Poison Help rather than trust a universal rule. These short answers cover the most common follow‑ups, but they don’t replace individual guidance.

Can you overdose on a GLP-1?
Yes. The labels for these drugs include overdose instructions, and the FDA has logged compounded-semaglutide dosing errors that led to medical care and hospital stays. Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 if it happens to you.
What happens if you take too much semaglutide?
Effects can include severe nausea, severe vomiting, and severe low blood sugar, and a longer period of observation may be needed because semaglutide has a roughly one-week half-life. Call Poison Help for a plan that fits your situation.
I accidentally took a double dose of Wegovy — what do I do?
Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 instead of trusting a blanket double-dose rule. Have both dose times and your pen strength ready, and ask specifically what to do about your next scheduled dose.
I took two doses of Ozempic. Is that dangerous?
It depends on the strength, the amount, the timing, your symptoms, and your other medicines — so call Poison Help with those details. Don't assume the answer is the same for every strength or every person.
What if I took too much Mounjaro or Zepbound (tirzepatide)?
The tirzepatide labels point you to Poison Help or a medical toxicologist and to supportive care based on your symptoms. Tirzepatide's half-life is about five days, so a longer watch may be needed.
What if I took two Foundayo (orforglipron) tablets?
Call Poison Help with the tablet strengths and times. Foundayo is a once-daily pill with a roughly 29–49-hour half-life, and its own label says not to double up — but that number can't set your personal plan.
What if I feel completely fine?
Call anyway. Serious poisonings don't always give early warning signs, and "I feel okay" is useful information for the expert, not a reason to skip the call.
Is one accidental double dose always dangerous?
The outcome depends on the drug, strength, amount, timing, symptoms, other medicines, and your health. We won't call every double dose life-threatening, and we won't call it harmless. That's a judgment for a poison expert.
Will Poison Help automatically send me to the ER?
Not automatically — and they won't automatically keep you home, either. They use your exact details to point you to the right level of care. Most poison-center calls are handled by phone, but some do need in-person evaluation, and only the specialist can judge yours.
Is Poison Help really free and confidential?
Yes, in the U.S. It's available 24/7 for both emergencies and plain questions, and it's staffed by nurses, pharmacists, and doctors who specialize in this.
What if my doctor or telehealth provider isn't answering?
Call Poison Help rather than waiting for the office to open. Follow up with your prescriber afterward.
What if I only know the amount in syringe units?
Read the exact concentration and syringe details to Poison Help. Don't convert units into a drug amount without the right product-specific concentration.
What if I took a late "missed" dose and then took my regular dose?
Treat it as a possible too-close-together exposure and call Poison Help with both times.
A child got into my GLP-1 medicine — what now?
Call Poison Help immediately, and call 911 for collapse, seizure, trouble breathing, or if the child won't wake up.
What if I'm outside the United States?
Call your country's poison center or emergency service. We don't publish a global number list because it would go stale and put you at risk.
What if the product came from a "research peptide" seller?
Call Poison Help and tell them the identity, purity, or concentration may be uncertain. Don't try to identify or calculate the exposure yourself.

This page is general information, not medical advice, and it can’t replace Poison Help, 911, or your doctor. If you think you or someone else took too much of any medicine, call Poison Help at 1‑800‑222‑1222 or 911 right away. In an emergency, don’t wait.

About this guide. Written and fact‑checked by the Weight Loss Provider Guide editorial team. Weight Loss Provider Guide is an independent comparison resource for GLP‑1 telehealth providers. How we made it: we compared current America’s Poison Centers guidance, the FDA’s compounded‑semaglutide dosing‑error alert and compounding guidance, and the current U.S. labels for common semaglutide, tirzepatide, orforglipron, liraglutide, and dulaglutide products, then built the action guide and prevention system around the information poison experts actually ask for. Every source is linked above. Why it exists: people who make a dosing mistake usually find anecdotes, dose calculators, and conflicting “wait and see” advice. This page exists to cut the delay, remove the shame, and get you to an expert with the right facts. This page is not medically reviewed, and it does not give personalized medical advice. Last verified: .

⚠️ Not an emergency? Still figuring out your GLP-1 path?

This quiz is not for an overdose, a dosing error, or an urgent symptom. For a suspected extra dose, call Poison Help at 1‑800‑222‑1222; call 911 for collapse, seizure, trouble breathing, or if someone can’t be woken.

If you’ve already handled the immediate issue and you’re just trying to sort out your treatment going forward: still not sure which GLP‑1 program is right for you?

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