Abstract: An integrated circuit is described. This integrated circuit may include a control circuit. During operation, the control circuit may detect when an output current provided to a load exceeds a current threshold. Moreover, in response to the detection, the control circuit may reduce a loop gain associated with an amplifier in the control circuit. Note that the output current may be associated with a switched-mode power supply. For example, the reduced loop gain may transition the switched-mode power supply from a constant voltage mode to a constant current mode. In some embodiments, the output current may be associated with a power supply or a source. Notably, the reduced loop gain may transition the power supply or the source from a constant voltage mode to a constant current mode.