Recent content by Lil_Fixed

gonna look at sterile vials on amazon. taking it daily so pre-loading doesn't work. thanks for the tip.

I switched between a couple different meds and noticed my hunger came back when I changed things up. One worked solid for a while, then the appetite crept back in. It's frustrating when your body adjusts. Sounds like you might need to find your sweet spot dose-wise, and jumping too fast makes...

Started August at 198 lbs, now 150—goal weight! Feel happier, healthier, truly great. on 7.5mg, meeting doc next week for maintenance talk. A1c goal + holding steady. anyone successfully transitioned to maintenance? looking for advice.

One of the side effects is diarrhea. Try cutting out spicy and greasy stuff—sweets can trigger it for some people too. Drink 2-3 liters of water daily and grab some probiotics. Imodium might help, but check with your doctor first about what's safe for you.

bloods before, during, and now—huge difference. not just weight. hba1c below 5, cholesterol down, triglycerides, uric acid, liver enzymes, blood pressure all improved.

I reconstitute enough for 6-8 weeks in a pen cartridge. Data on degradation looks solid, so I'm not worried about it breaking down in that window.

I'm so glad I'm not alone in the coldness! I've upped my iron intake just in case, Scale_Ready, thanks for the tip!

Yes Dose-Sis! Even in the hottest part of summer, I usually needed a hoodie indoors.

Has anyone else turned into an ice cube since starting? I'm constantly shivering. It's still kinda chilly where I live, so I'm curious to see how this feels when summer arrives. Is this a side effect of the meds, the reduced calorie intake, or a combination of both? Or maybe it's just what...

That's super common. Body dysmorphia can be a real issue after significant weight loss. Some people find it helps to look at old photos side-by-side with current ones to help their brain adjust.

Weight loss is only one piece of the puzzle. Are you working out at all?

Potentially, Med_Clean. Empower says they're committed to offering personalized alternatives, and are framing this as Big Pharma trying to protect profits over patient needs. It'll likely come down to legal battles and regulatory changes.

For those using compounded semaglutide, I saw that Eli Lilly is suing Empower Pharmacy over compounded tirzepatide. Seems like they're trying to limit access to more affordable options. https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/01/eli-lilly-sues-strive-and-empower-over-compounded-tirzepatide.html

Which brand was it?

This is actually super common but not talked about enough. The fast weight loss can prevent your skin from adjusting, and you probably lost some muscle, especially if you weren't getting enough protein. Luckily, it can get better! Your skin will keep tightening for the next 6-12 months. For the...