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Abdominal discomfort from tirzepatide tends to be epigastric, centered in the upper abdomen around the stomach

Think of it like drinking strong coffee, but specifically targeted at hunger

Here's what to expect: Typical Semaglutide Titration: Weeks 1-4: 0.25 mg weekly (lowest dose) Weeks 5-8: 0.5 mg weekly Weeks 9-12: 1.0 mg weekly Weeks 13-16: 1.7 mg weekly Week 17+: 2.4 mg weekly (maintenance) Typical Tirzepatide Titration: Weeks 1-4: 2.5 mg weekly Weeks 5-8: 5 mg weekly Weeks 9-12: 7.5 mg weekly Weeks 13-16: 10 mg weekly Weeks 17-20: 12.5 mg weekly Week 21+: 15 mg weekly (maintenance) You'll have a nurse check-in at each dose adjustment to monitor tolerability, appetite suppression, weight change, and side effects

Use a Continuum-of-Care Pathway for Weight Management Treatment Research reinforces what many providers already see in practice: Obesity is a chronic condition that benefits from multidisciplinary care and continuous adjustment based on a patient and clients needs and goals

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High blood glucose/blood sugar can damage the capillaries in your kidneys, causing them to lose their function