Expected results: 25-35 lb fat loss with 500-750 calorie daily deficit Preserved or increased lean muscle mass (2-5 lbs gain possible) Significantly reduced hunger and food cravings Improved metabolic markers (blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure) Timeline: Weeks 1-2: Appetite suppression and initial water weight loss (3-6 lbs) Weeks 4-8: Steady fat loss (2-3 lbs weekly) Weeks 12-16: Continued progress (1-2 lbs weekly as body adapts) Months 5-6: Final fat loss and body recomposition Cost: $400-$700/month depending on semaglutide source (compounded vs pharmaceutical)
A 2025 JAMA article found that when you stop semaglutide or tirzepatide, even after use of up to one year, there is rapid regain of weight and reversal of cardiovascular benefits
They are typically sold under food supplement or cosmetic regulations, which have very different safety standards
Short-term use of liraglutide in the management of patients with weight regain after bariatric surgery
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10% Experience Dizziness According to NP2GO, approximately 10% of patients experience dizziness when taking semaglutide, and early reports also note that dizziness was reported in 5% of patients during the first month of treatment, highlighting that early monitoring and simple adjustments often prevent escalation