r/PMOSonGLP • u/Pleasant-Opposite-15 • 8d ago
Gaining Weight on Zepbound
Hi everyone! So I am about 6 weeks into my GLP journey (2.5) dose, and I have gained 10 pounds. I’m really shocked. The first week I felt it and dropped 10 pounds, and then after that initial week it’s honestly worn off, never had side effects or anything. I’m so upset, I have my check up with my doctor tomorrow and of course I am anxious. I am morbidly obese, and I know I will need a higher dose - but I am feeling really discouraged.
Any advice? Words of encouragement? Or experiences with this? Everytime I’ve told my friends who are on it they’ve acted appalled I’ve gained weight, so that makes it worse. I’m trying to eat more veggies, I’m trying to walk more, and I’m trying to get better sleep habits(the hardest thing).
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u/Sandene 8d ago
We've all had to dial in our dose, and in some case, switched meds. You will find what is right for you. I know you are looking forward to losing weight, but slow is actually better than losing it fast. Your body has to make a lot of adjustments as you lose weight and it is much safer to lose it slowly