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Zepbound helpful in managing weight gain on steroid’s?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jun 22 5:42pm | Replies (7)Comment receiving replies
I used Methylprednisolone (the pills you get for a 6 day dose and ween off of for other quick fix health issues like a bee sting) instead of prednisone for PMR. I started at 20mg on 12/10/24. I ended my meds on 5/20/26. I never gained weight and I didn't change my eating habits. I do enjoy food. I generally eat healthy but I am not one of those skinny people . I could certainly afford to lose 10 lbs even before I started on the meds. I am afraid to take the weight loss drugs since they are quite new.
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@aisp3b GLP1s was FDA approved for diabetes patients in 2005 and FDA approved for weight loss at the end of 2015. So, millions of people have/are taking GLP1s and some for many years. I personally would not classify them as new, just not old like say statins.
From how you described yourself I would be surprised if your BMI is high enough to qualify you for a GLP1. The BMI threshold is around 26-30, depending on your comorbidities. GLP1s require Prior Authorization so like so much your insurance company is in control.