Cagrilintide Dosing Calculator
Vial size, bacteriostatic water, and dose — converted to insulin-syringe units, pre-loaded with Cagrilintide's documented doses.
Typical dose: 0.3 – 4.5 mg · once weekly
Cagrilintide documented dose levels
| Phase | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 26 weeks in the dose-finding trial | 0.3 mg | Once weekly |
| 26 weeks in the dose-finding trial | 0.6 mg | Once weekly |
| 26 weeks alone; 20 weeks in combination | 1.2 mg | Once weekly |
| 26 to 68 weeks depending on the trial | 2.4 mg | Once weekly |
| 26 weeks in the dose-finding trial | 4.5 mg | Once weekly |
Reconstitution quick reference
A 5 mg vial at a 2,400 mcg dose of Cagrilintide, by how much bacteriostatic water you add:
| Bacteriostatic water | Concentration | U-100 syringe units per dose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | 5 mg/mL | 48 units |
| 2 mL | 2.5 mg/mL | 96 units |
| 3 mL | 1.667 mg/mL | 144 units |
Different vial size or dose? The calculator above handles any combination.
Cagrilintide dosing questions
What is a typical Cagrilintide dose?
0.3 – 4.5 mg · once weekly
How many insulin-syringe units is a Cagrilintide dose?
With a 5 mg vial reconstituted with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water, a 2,400 mcg dose measures 96 units on a U-100 insulin syringe. The calculator above recomputes this for your own vial size, water volume, and dose.
How often is Cagrilintide taken?
Once weekly
Educational information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.