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16 lbs in the first month on sema is a strong opening - the physical change is just starting to register but the social isolation part of this journey is real and this community tends to be where most people find the parallel experience they're looking for. First month also tends to be when the...

The insurance refusal for Ozempic while the co-pay stays at what it is relative to outcomes data is one of the more frustrating structural gaps - the preventive-care math doesn't make it into the prior-auth criteria. The out-of-pocket cost is real even when the medical case for coverage is strong.

Most people don't calorie track at maintenance if the dose is dialed right.

Thanks everyone for the support! It really helped to hear it from others.

I had a coworker who got a rash from Mounjaro and had to discontinue it.

Had my 60 day doctor's appointment today. I've been taking 2.5mg the whole time. I've lost 13 lbs. I don't know exactly what I weighed to begin with, or what I weigh now, because my doctor is keeping that from me to help my mental health. My doc is tracking it all though. I was feeling really...

I get a rash like that when I take a sulfa drug. You should definitely talk to your doctor.

packed everything except my shot for a trip. was supposed to do it today and again next thursday. never gone past a week except when i had surgery. what should i expect?

I agree with EndoConsult_TX! The mental benefits are huge. It's not just about the weight, it's about feeling good and having more energy. I've gone from a size 10 to a size 4 and the confidence boost is amazing!!

You're really transforming. Keep up the great work!

Congratulations! I know the feeling. Be careful not to buy too many new clothes before you reach your goal weight, it can get expensive. For occasional items, that's fine, but for everyday wear, look for inexpensive options like clearance items or Costco.

Thanks everyone for the advice. I knew I could count on this group! I'm still a little nervous about sourcing this for someone else, but the CoA is a must-have for me. I'll keep researching and see what I can find.

I keep reading things and then rereading them and they say something different! LOL. I thought I was losing it there for a second. Don't do that to me!

I'm not comfortable recommending a product that could hurt someone. I'm considering having the product tested independently. Probably through a testing facility with questionable practices for cost reasons. Please don't judge my lab choice unless you wanna pay for full mass spec testing!

You're sweet for trying to help! Lucky_Pizza, she needs enough to get started properly and maintain it, so single vials aren't going to cut it. I think I saw a 2024 CoA for S10 floating around from that supplier, but nothing for any other sema. Did you get your kit tested?