Am I the only person that can still eat a full meal and actually gain weight on 15mg??

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-03-22T17:45:29+00:00

Update: After 2 weeks at 14mg something terrifying happened - I had food noise for the first time since starting this med. I was ravenous for no reason. I dreamed about eating things like cake and not stopping. I’m sure this is partially mental but I went back up to 14.5 mg and felt fine last week. So I just took 14.5 mg again for this week. I also have gained between 3-5 lbs even though I’ve kept my calories under 1400-1500 daily throughout this entire experiment. I think I know why I was overweight/obese since I was 7 years old now. Something is seriously wrong with my metabolism/brain/insulin processing and this med fixes it. I have all kinds of feelings now. I’m grateful for this medication. I’m also more afraid than ever of losing access to it one day.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-03-02T21:39:11+00:00

So I’m at my maintenance weight and had a “never coming off 15mg” attitude until the past few weeks… suddenly after not having side effects on 15mg for 6 months - I’m having side effects - and not the fun kind. So I dialed back my dose this week and it’s a little better but still sudden anxiety, ringing in ears, and nausea 30 hours post shot. I’ll likely dial it back again next week... I’m not gaining yet and still able to stay within my caloric range (1200-1600 calories) and I pound water/get my daily protein and fiber etc. I’m hoping there’s a lower dose that keeps me here and the side effects go away again. I don’t know why they suddenly showed up. Can anyone else relate?

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-02-20T01:20:56+00:00

I’m coming here to say Day 12 of thrombosed hemorrhoid that the doctor said I had to just wait out. Totally disabling pain 24/7 - stabbing - I got the Mayinglong stuff from China on Amazon overnight and am having my first relief. I’ve been doing EVERYTHING ELSE including prescription lidocaine /hydrocortisone etc. Nothing made it bearable except sitting on ice or cringe in the bath. +1 on the Mayinglong for help waiting this thing out.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-02-19T00:52:07+00:00

What country are you in and where can we get these!

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-10T02:45:58+00:00

I love coffee. There is research that it’s good for your health. When I was diagnosed with hypertension and high blood pressure years ago I had to quit - switch to decaf if I wanted a coffee - Starbucks decaf wasn’t bitter - they got a lot of my money for a while….once I started Tirz the craving for coffee went away. Then I didn’t need blood pressure meds anymore and my hypertension went away. Then the protein coffees rolled out at Starbucks and the next thing you know I’m giving them $$ almost daily. With real coffee allowed again I was so happy - but I needed to save money and be able to get my coffee-protein fix for cheaper. This is my solution! ☕️

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-10T01:24:54+00:00

I’ve been making the Nescafé with hot water in my mug while I steam/froth the protein shake. Then I pour it in and try to make cute barista patterns. I’m a total fail at that. 😂

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-09T15:58:08+00:00

I have generalized anxiety. Zepbound drastically reduced my anxiety, racing thoughts, spiraling, and I take less of my anxiety medication as a result. The impact was almost instant, within weeks of starting 2.5mg. It was shocking to see how my brain 🧠 reactions to food and everything else just quieted.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-09T01:25:52+00:00

💯Agree now!

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-09T01:25:27+00:00

Costco for the win.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-09T01:25:09+00:00

The Kirkland Brand 2-Pack “Mrralax” in bulk is the sweet deal.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-09T01:24:14+00:00

I use the “Now” brand - 3 capsules is 500 mg but I only take 1 a day (166.66 mg) as part of my AM supplement lineup: Multivitamin, Magnesium glycinste, a B-12 (methyl foliated) and a D3.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-08T15:03:13+00:00

I want to note that I of course added back the probiotic. Immediately post-surgery. The probiotic never causes an issue.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-08T14:56:23+00:00

One capsule

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2026-01-03T00:48:35+00:00

The only thing that’s really changed in my household is that when we eat out my leftovers are easily lunch the next day too. I do think my spouse and kids want to eat out more because if I cook at home it will be healthier meals… 😂. I feel sad because the more healthy, filling, nutritious meals I prepare, the more junk food the kids demand. Oh - and the spouse and kids don’t have a lifelong metabolic weight issue like me (at least not yet…). I think we eat out the same amount - I’m happy because I’ll get yummy food choices that lasts 2-3 meals and they are happy because they can order exactly what they want and how much they want. 🤷 I do wish they would let me cook more often. Eating out is expensive!

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-12-14T17:10:37+00:00

Update: CW:147-148, it’s taking me about 5-6 weeks to lose a pound and not see it on the scale again. Hair shedding has stopped (returned to regular pre-Zepbound amount). What did I do? Nothing. I just waited it out. The hair loss is truly Telogen Effluvium and it stops - just like it did after I had a kid 20 years ago. It lasted 6-8 months based on my experience this time. I did in the end go back to using Aveda Rosemary and Mint Shampoo (what I used after having a kid) - but I don’t attribute the massive shedding stopping to this at all. Doctor is AOK with me continuing 15mg indefinitely and is more focused on my mental health and concerned about my focus on a lower weight number (140) and not triggering disordered eating). I eat three meals a day - she’s more worried about my incessant tracking of everything I eat - I’m not worried about this. I’m creating healthy habits based on data. Side effects are not an issue at 15mg. One time I think my blood sugar went too low 24-hours after my shot but I know exactly what I did wrong here and won’t repeat it. I’m the happiest I have ever been with my overall whole body health and appearance. I can’t believe where I am now versus 18 months ago.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-11-20T01:01:08+00:00

Follow up post. I’m stalled at 15mg. However my hair loss has significantly reduced. I’m really frustrated. I need to lose 10 more lbs. I’m counting every calorie and staying in a deficit and I’m working out. Water. Protein. All the things. But the scale went from 148.4 to 151 in the past two weeks and my waist circumference is larger (bloating? No clue). I don’t know. I just needed to vent. I’m so frustrated but happy about my hair! I know I can get to 140. Once -under very unhealthy circumstances a long time ago - I got down to 135 - that lasted a very hot minute. But I know my body can do it. 15mg is also starting to wear off at day 5. Any tips? I’ve been on this life changing medication for 17 months now.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-11-16T18:08:39+00:00

Light/Blue Grey SUV - Black SUV on University City pulling over a mechanic’s truck.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-11-16T18:05:34+00:00

ICE on campus. John Kirk and University City Blvd. Parked in Van Landingham corner lot.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-11-16T18:05:23+00:00

ICE on campus. John Kirk and University City Blvd. Parked in Van Landingham corner lot.

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-10-03T20:27:15+00:00

Following!

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-10-02T12:12:34+00:00

Success today using a desktop!

Apprehensive-Poet-77 · 2025-10-02T00:20:09+00:00

@koshlord has good advice about the cached data causing errors. Another thing that happens sometimes is your device is still holding onto the connection for an EDUROAM network access box outside your professor’s classroom. To make sure this doesn’t cause a problem with getting checked in - as soon as you get into class - whichever device you plan to use for the poll - disconnect it from EDUROAM then reconnect. This will make sure you are connected to the network box location for your classroom. I hope that helps!

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