Reta: Effects on booze?

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Sam2009

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Has anyone noticed if Reta has changed their drinking habits or cravings? I know other meds in this class can do that.

I had that happen when I was prescribed another peptide -- it wasn't a complete fix, but it blunted the urge a bit. Before, I'd have a consistent nightly habit. Nowadays, I've quit completely, but I had been in a zone where a steady stream of alcohol kept the anxiety at bay. It wasn't falling-down drunk, but it was every single evening. I'm curious if Reta has a similar or more powerful effect?

the reta and extended fasting thread touches on alcohol and timing around your window
 
I was at the point of questioning my drinking habits, too. I could easily put away a whole bottle of wine if I felt like it, but ever since starting Tirz and especially Reta, I find it hard to even want a drink. I can't explain the taste thing, it's just... different? I usually only have a glass now, max, and I'm not even tempted to have more.
 
I know this isn't what you asked, but maybe consider a support group? When I was getting sober, it was helpful to be around people who understood. The coping strategies have helped me a lot in other parts of my life, too.

Good luck. It gets easier with time.
 
When I was on Sema, I barely touched alcohol. Then my doctor prescribed something else for my eating issues, and the desire totally vanished. It's a mix of two drugs, one of which is used for addiction. It's a cheap generic. I would ask your doctor about it.
 
It's the GLP-1 part that seems to help with alcohol cravings, so you'll probably see the same thing with semaglutide, tirzepatide, and reta.
 
I agree with Clean-Gang, checking out a support group can't hurt. You were drinking a lot, so there's a reason behind it.

Reta and those kinds of meds could help, but don't swap it for something else, and figure out how to deal with those feelings when you stop taking them.
 
I'm an overthinker with anxiety, and I have a kiddo with ADHD and ASD, so that adds to the stress. Drinking helped me self-medicate. I tried online support groups, but they felt off to me. I just don't fully believe in the meeting concept, so they probably won't help. I know I'm probably not ready for that

I have a therapy appointment soon to talk about the anxiety, and I'll ask about that other medication, thanks ThinQuest928! I value the suggestions!
 
If you dislike meetings (like me), try lurking on the stopdrinking subreddit! Just reading stories helps me a lot.

Good luck with the prescription! It didn't do anything for me, and I don't react well to one of the ingredients.
 
I used to cope with stress by going to a bar. It made my marriage worse. Now, I have a second family, and I want to do the same thing. Taking a walk really helps.
 
This is me exactly. I had a bad experience mixing it with alcohol. I probably drove drunk the next day, and I quit drinking the night before. Not good, especially when you can't eat. Thanks for posting this question. Day 3 starts now...
 
Update: My desire to drink is way down. I'm not totally sober, but now I'm only having a couple of beers when we go out. I've even gone a few weeks without drinking or wanting to. I even stopped after ONE beer one night.

I'm curious how this works on a biochemical level. It must be related to addiction pathways.
 
It's been better than my ADHD meds! I don't want to drink, I go to bed on time, I have energy, and my mood is better. Sleep, exercise, and diet help, too.
 
I agree. At the lowest dose of Tirz, I was shocked I couldn't even finish one glass of wine. But now I'm back to two glasses, even at higher doses. My libido is still low, though.
 
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