Hello,

I tried wegovy last year and it didnt work like I hoped, since I am not diabetic my weight loss was slow and only like 15 to 20 lbs. I did lose mostly muscle and even fell and damaged my meniscus. After a year my weight loss was only like 20 lbs, which I gained back. I was thinking of trying a different one, it is called Zepbound (tirzepatide). any thoughts? this time I will be excersisng and doing yoga. I am hoping to lose aprox 30 lbs by december.

I have been on compounded tirzepatide-zepbound for 14 months and lost over 100#. I have 20-30# yet to go. I was unable to tolerate the starting dose, couldn’t hardly eat. Talked the endo into decreasing my dose instead of increasing it. I’ve been doing 1.5mg every for a whole year. I use a compound pharmacy where I live. My endocrinologist gives me a compound. I can eat now but still have no food noise or craving. I know I am not typical but I work very hard at dieting. I count my protein and calories daily. Making sure I get fiber and enough fluids. I am moving more using resistance bands for strength. I’m 68 years old. Off many meds. Blood work is normal. Yay!!
One thing I have noticed in my GLP-1 groups that all telehealth companies are not equal. I would suggest if you don’t feel your compound is working to find a reputable compounding pharmacy and try another. I may end up with telehealth when I get on maintenance because I have a concierge endo because I had to find one to take care of my post cancer and that would prescribe me compounds. If you can find a compounding pharmacy in your city or near you to get your meds that is affordable it’s easier and they are easier to deal with if you have questions. Also the tirzepatide works two ways and has less side effects than the semaglutide. I sure wish you well. It’s a job. People don’t understand that the weight doesn’t fall off and you have to work at it! Sounds like you know what you need to do! Good luck!!