Real World GLP-1 Results?

I contributed to that stat. I think I had food poisoning while taking tirzepatide, which already messes with my stomach. I got super dehydrated from the runs. I got so weak I couldn't stand and had to call for help. They gave me fluids in the ambulance and took me to the ER. The docs didn't blame it on the drug, but I'm pretty sure the combo of food poisoning and the medication was the cause. I'd never been to the ER for diarrhea before.
 
The acid reflux and sulfur burps from semaglutide are no joke. I used to get them after demolishing a ton of sweets, but on 2.4mg of sema, even sandwiches would trigger it. Anything with fat and carbs. It stopped when I switched to keto. No problems on high carb, low fat either.
 
A lot of people get strong side effects when the dose is high. If they don't stay hydrated and take care of their digestive system, they might think they need to go to the hospital. Since there aren't many walk-in clinics available these days, the ER is often the only option.
 
Looking at the dose increases, some people started on 1mg or more of sema, which is way more than the recommended starting dose. And it's even worse with tirzepatide, where almost half started on 10mg or more! Why are we surprised people are in the ER? Doctors aren't even reading about the drugs they prescribe.
 
I agree with
Just-Journey said:
Looking at the dose increases, some people started on 1mg or more of sema, which is way more than the recommended starting dose. And it's even worse with tirzepatide, where almost half started on 10mg or more! Why are we surprised people are in the ER? Doctors aren't even reading about the drugs they prescribe.
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It's irresponsible for doctors to start people on such high doses.
 
I think we agree.
Fasting_Gal said:
I agree with
Just-Journey said:
Looking at the dose increases, some people started on 1mg or more of sema, which is way more than the recommended starting dose. And it's even worse with tirzepatide, where almost half started on 10mg or more! Why are we surprised people are in the ER? Doctors aren't even reading about the drugs they prescribe.
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It's irresponsible for doctors to start people on such high doses.
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Those folks probably felt awful at those doses and needed the ER.
 
I get constipated on GLP-1s, but I hadn't had diarrhea until I got food poisoning while taking one. It was super bad. I lost so much fluid that I passed out and hit my head. I didn't realize it until the paramedics showed up. I'm sure some people do dumb stuff and end up in the ER, but you can end up there even if you're careful. I don't regret taking the meds, and I haven't had anything that extreme since.
 
Your face transformation is incredible! Excited to see mine once the jawline fat disappears. Neck looseness happened but no one would suspect former excess weight looking at you now! Strong work.
 
Eight months and down 38. Been hovering around 192 the last few weeks but the changes are real. Midsection is tightening up and muscle's starting to show through. Had to trim up a bit LOL. Pretty satisfied with where this is heading so far.
 
If you look at what I actually wrote and what that response seemed to suggest, the context becomes clearer. Each person's path with these drugs is different - some may stay on them permanently, others might not have to. That was my initial point. I never prescribed what anyone should or shouldn't try. I was the one challenging the forever narrative. The choice belongs to the person. Real talk: if you tell someone they can't or can achieve something when you don't know them, they'll rightfully tell you off. People generally don't accept that kind of lecturing.
 
The dosing difference is worth knowing - Ozempic stays at 1mg max while Wegovy can go to 2.4, so higher doses probably show different side effect profiles. Eye stuff is complicated because studies contradict each other a lot. Long-term though GLP seems to help most eye problems, not hurt them.
 
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