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Looking fab and I adore your smile!

Exactly! I read a really interesting study about people who stopped taking one of these meds about a year ago. About 56% maintained their weight loss, and over 30% actually lost even more! Here's the link if anyone's interested...

Just a reminder that doing it that often would put you at significantly more than 5mg a week.

At that dosage the extra amount in the vial could have an impact. You should double-check the certificate of analysis. Depending on the seller, the total might be closer to 35-36mg. If you've been on 2.5mg for a while and haven't had any adverse reactions, bumping up a few days early shouldn't...

I've heard of people splitting their doses to help with side effects. Has anyone tried that? I had a pt who was having issues, so she injected half her dose twice a week instead of the full dose once a week. Said it helped a ton.

I only saw a slight heart rate increase. I also had fewer GI issues and got better results than with Tirz or Sema. But everyone reacts differently.

Reta has worked well for me, even though it's pricier. Cost isn't a huge factor IMO. My average weekly cost for Reta is around $9 at 6mg per week. Sema or Tirz might be closer to $3 or $5, but the difference isn't huge. The meds more than pay for themselves, even with savings on food and drinks.

Keep tracking those calories, and figure out your maintenance needs. You got this! 💪

I'm hesitant to dismiss cost without knowing someone's financial situation.

Studies show semaglutide generally does not result in as much weight loss as tirzepatide. Less conclusive studies suggest retatrutide leads to more weight loss than tirzepatide. Semaglutide works well for a lot of people. In the tech world, it might be like the latest iPhone if other companies...

Don't gain it back!

Are you titrating up slowly enough? Some people experience better results with a gradual increase in dosage. Also, are you injecting in the right spot and holding the pen correctly? There are lots of videos online that show the right technique.

If sema is managing your weight effectively, I wouldn't recommend switching to reta or tirz based solely on unconfirmed health benefits, especially if cost is a factor.

You've got this! I began in May 2024 at 384. Now I'm at 290.

You look great, well done. This stuff still needs discipline. You're doing amazing, keep it up!

If sema is working for you, stick with it. I had a pharma rep friend who always said if a patient was doing well on a competitor's drug, there was no reason to switch. Generally, people tend to lose more weight using tirzepatide and retatrutide. However, both usually cost more than semaglutide.

You got this!!! Keep going!

I have to agree with Maintenance_Mode. Trying on smaller sizes and donating what no longer fits is a great way to mark progress and keep you motivated. Make a donation pile and send them away! No going back!

You look fantastic! So proud!

I love seeing the same outfit in before and after pics! You're doing great! The happy face says it all!