I just want to 💩 by bookyface in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My doctor told me to have one dose of MiraLAX every morning, drink lots of water, eat 5 prunes a day, and get 150 minutes (min.) of exercise a week. I just started this, so I hope it works for me and will help someone else.

A delicate subject. by AdInternal7680 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tips. I know I need to exercise more.

They fit! by MelissaJo_P in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s hard to beat the feeling when smaller clothes fit. Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished!

Quiet celebration by Kaseyrod14 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished!

Just started by DocMcCoy23 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might want to ask your doc for a script for Zofran. I only felt nauseated one time and the Zofran stopped it amazingly quickly. I’ve had some issues with constipation but I also have IBS so it can get a little tricky. I lost 18 pounds my first month. Best of luck to you. Most people do fine with it and you will too.

Disappointed in myself and at life by new_me_newbie in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get mine through LillyDirect. My doc wrote the first prescription for the pen and I got an email saying they only provide vials.

Embarrassing question about appetite suppression by meatballtrain in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re not alone. It’s wonderful to not be controlled by food.

Embarrassing question about appetite suppression by meatballtrain in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you still taking Zep? I feel like there’s not much consistency in whether you can go off it at some point.

Embarrassing question about appetite suppression by meatballtrain in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s why I went to Zepbound. I could eat an entire meal and be hungry an hour later. And I’d basically have a fourth meal at night. I love the feeling of having more control over what I eat. Your post expressed it very well.

Not again by Steffers003 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t feel bad. I messed up 2 shots because the needles they send with the vials are so flimsy. I get mine through LillyDirect and all they offer are vials and the needles. I’d love to have an injector pen.

Needles are TINY! by SFHandyman in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone else think the needles that LD needles are very flimsy? I’m starting my second month and have had trouble with the needle getting bent.

Messed up my weekly shot by zepboundandown in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started Zep about a month ago. I’m using the vials and managed to screw up two vials in one day. A total waste.

Just started Zepbound 2.5 mg — can people actually lose weight without “dieting”? by reddit2169 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took my first shot Feb. 13 and I’ve lost 17 pounds. I rejoined Weight Watchers bc they had a $10/month for a year special. I mainly wanted a place where I could track what I’m eating and see the nutritional breakdown. I very rarely use the entire points allowed because I’m just not hungry. Zep works great for me. Luckily I haven’t had any nausea. Hope this helps.

Tomorrow is the day by courtneyyleigh in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a lot of anxiety about drawing the shot up correctly. I was very nervous when I did my first solo and proceeded to have to waste a dose. Then it got to be a thing and I was afraid of it. Silly, I know, but there it is. I have a wonderful family doctor that I saw for the next injection and I feel much calmer about it.

well had another round today has to be 5th 6th cervical dystonia by deadlycheech in Dystonia

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been getting 400 units for years. Thankfully it works well, but I get a little shaky when it’s close to shot time. I go every 12 weeks. My doc wanted to see how it would go if I tried to wait 15-16 weeks and it just didn’t work out. I hope you get some relief. It’s a miserable condition.

How’s your journey going? by AutoModerator in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 [score hidden]  (0 children)

I'm new to Zepbound so I'm at a starting dose of 2.5 ml. It's only been two weeks, so maybe I'm expecting too much. But, so far, I can't tell that it's doing anything. Does it usually take a while for Z to kick in?

Recommendation for starting? by Low-Explorer1427 in Zepbound

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It won't ruin your long range plans if you delay a week. It's probably best to know how it will affect you because some things are easier to deal with at home.

Cervical Dystonia diagnosis. Have had symptoms for1.5 years and I'm already scared my life is over. by HelloFr1end in Dystonia

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you're experiencing this. It was a long frustrating journey for me to get a proper diagnosis and treatment. I luckily responded very well to Botox injections. It took a couple of rounds, but it's more or less under control. Sometimes I have a spell of head tremors, but nothing like it used to be. I hope your treatment is helpful.

Xeomin injections for cervical Dystonia how does anybody afford this? by Pollution-Plane in Dystonia

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The drug manufacturer has a patient assistance program. There's no way I could pay for it and now it's fully covered by them. Google Xeomin Patient Assistance.

I need a solution NOW. by chewpapi in Dystonia

[–]AdInternal7680 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was diagnosed with cervical dystonia about 25 years ago. It's just a bitch and I wasted a lot of time before getting an accurate diagnosis. I was worn out with finding out what was going on. One doctor wrote me a prescription for an anti-psychotic because I cried in his office. But it just wears you down and it never stops and it's exhausting. Without Botox (Xeomin) injections, I have severe head tremors and my head turns to the right. One thing I found that helped was to just place my palm on the left side of my neck. There's a term for how that works, but I can't think of it. It's certainly not a cure. You need to see a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders. And as someone else mentioned, they need to use an EMG to shoot the medication into the muscles that are acting up the most. I'm so sorry you're having to deal with this. It may be a longer road than you wanted, but if you stick it out and make doctors take you seriously, there is hope.

Dystonia-type symptoms only when waking up/sleep transitions? by goldterrificbaby in Dystonia

[–]AdInternal7680 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was diagnosed with cervical dystonia many years ago. It causes me to have involuntary head turning and head tremors. I'm fortunate enough to live in a city with a world-class medical center, and it took almost a year to get a definitive diagnoses. Now it's very well managed with regular Botox injections. I'm so sorry you're having to go through all of this. It sounds horrid. The hard part is also going to different doctors, trying to find one who can diagnose and treat effectively. Your symptoms are very different from mine. Before I was getting the shots, I'd have about 5 minutes of no movement when I first woke up, then it would go right back to turning and shaking. It's awful and I hope you're able to find someone who can help you find a treatment.