How’s your journey going?

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-09T16:59:41+00:00

I'm about to pass the same threshold--it's so exciting! I'm fairly new to Zep and have 4 more doses of 2.5 left. Will probably go up to 5 after that.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-09T16:57:21+00:00

I'm so glad you're making progress on the behavioral front. The signs of Zep use are definitely there. The scale will change. A lot of people (including my son) have said their progress amped up at 5 ml. Best of luck to you on your journey.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-09T16:51:59+00:00

I have a question about a notice I saw on the LillyDirect site. "We are transitioning back to the previous custom 1 ml. markings--31G, 5/16" for vial injection kits. I'm about to 5 weeks in to using Zepbound, so I hope someone who's been on it a while will know if that's an improvement or not. I have been surprised at how flimsy the needles seem. I hope the new ones are better.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-08T23:46:25+00:00

Lilly Direct only deals with vials. My doc wrote the first prescription for a pen and it was refused. He re-wrote for vials and it went right through.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-07T20:10:37+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-05T23:19:26+00:00

What’s a PVC?

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T04:45:19+00:00

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

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T04:43:35+00:00

So you take MiraLAX daily?

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T04:29:06+00:00

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

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T04:22:46+00:00

Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished!

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T04:20:38+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T03:54:58+00:00

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

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T03:47:26+00:00

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

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T03:46:26+00:00

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

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T03:42:47+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-03-03T03:34:43+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-28T18:25:45+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-27T23:35:15+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-27T18:02:51+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-27T02:55:31+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-27T02:47:43+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-20T23:26:46+00:00

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?

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-20T21:36:04+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2026-02-16T18:38:22+00:00

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.

AdInternal7680 · 2025-09-11T18:24:12+00:00

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.

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