GLP-1s: Long-term worry?

Salad_Loss

Salad_Loss

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I've been taking it since early last year. Kicked off with 0.5cc and now I'm at the max, 5cc. Weight came off, but when I try to lower my dose to stay where I'm at, the weight comes back. Also lost a lot of muscle (glutes are GONE).

I'm thinking about stopping because I'm hearing about all these potential problems, and I'm starting to feel like my vision is getting worse.

Anyone else feel this way? Anyone else worried about long-term side effects?

ETA: I'm only on it for weight loss. Weight fluctuates between 20 and 30lbs. If I gain a bit, I increase the dose. Happy staying with about 30lbs gone, don't want to lose more than that.
 
No worries here. My doctor told me I'd probably be on it for life. Blood tests every three months show everything's fine. When I lost the initial 30 pounds, I started going to the gym, hired a trainer for a few sessions, and started lifting. Now I'm down about 60, with maybe 20 more to go. Now I only get blood work every six months. I make sure to eat plenty of protein since I can't overeat. I love to cook and haven't lost that, although now I usually share most of what I make with my neighbors. My A1c went from the mid-7s to 5.5.
 
I'd be dead from cardiovascular issues years before any long-term side effects from this stuff ever showed up.
 
Yeah, I do worry a bit. But like others have said, the number of serious diseases and health problems directly linked to being overweight is way scarier.
 
Actually, I've been using GLP-1s for around 18 years now (since 2005), and honestly, as long as it's doing what it's supposed to and working for what I need it to, it's basically the same as needing insulin to stay alive for me.
 
Any side effects are nothing compared to the complications of obesity and diabetes. So, no, I'm not worried about this medication at all.
 
My endocrinologist told me that there's a timeline for when side effects would appear, if they're going to, and we're past that. But I'm sure there will be a small percentage of people who have issues.
 
I am starting to wonder if I should switch to a different med. I have been on this for a couple of years and
CutChick said:
What "bad stuff" are you referring to?
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I have been reading news articles and some old studies, there seems to be cancer risks. I may just be paranoid.
 
I read a post that scared me a bit. Someone said they have been on these meds for five years and they are gaining again. Plus the side effects are getting worse. I am definitely going to ask about switching to something else to prevent this.
 
I hear that the effectiveness can decrease over time. I have been on for four years and so far, so good. But I am starting to wonder if I should prepare for that. Is there anything I can do to slow down the process? Maybe cycle off for a bit?
 
HormoneHacker said:
I read a post that scared me a bit. Someone said they have been on these meds for five years and they are gaining again. Plus the side effects are getting worse.
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That's why I prioritize regular check-ups with my doctor. If I notice any changes, I'll address them immediately. No point in worrying about hypotheticals.
 
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