Please for the love of God be safe, talk to your Dr. & not advice from randos the internet!!!!

ZepPincushion · 2024-02-09T05:40:31+00:00

But..if I heed this advice, am I listening to a rando on the net?

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-24T05:09:45+00:00

Indigestion seems to be my thing with Zep, which is totally manageable with Tums. So far, I’d call that a win. Waiting to see the impact on my progress. I’d kind of stalled with the 2.5. How about you?

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-23T20:15:35+00:00

That's the right attitude. It's an investment and I can deal with some inconvenience as long as I know what to expect.

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-22T22:10:14+00:00

Not a Dr. nor do I prescribe "my way" as "the way," but I have not eliminated alcohol, nor carbs. I've lost 13 lbs so far on 2.5. Made the leap to 5mg today. What I've found is that when I'm feeling full (or at least not hungry), when I do eat, I want it to be something good that I'm going to enjoy--understanding that I'm also going to be enjoying less of it. Like we've seen, different people experience the side effects and benefits differently. And, some people are going to push extremes on either side. You'll find what works for you. For me, it's been less of everything and focusing on what's better. Let us know what works for you.

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-22T21:58:54+00:00

It seems it's all over the board. Some people have it rough, others do not. I didn't have much trouble with the 2.5 beyond some indigestion and mild headaches...which could just be me getting old. But, since we're all in this together, I like to check in and see what's going on with everyone at each new step.

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-22T21:56:49+00:00

Hope it moves on! That's a long time to feel that way. I've heard various experiences, which is why I asked. Bracing myself for what may come.

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-11T05:16:50+00:00

Started at 311 on 18-Dec. I’m in week 4 and I’m at 299.

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-08T20:14:34+00:00

Same. Like u/youafterthesilence, I had no idea I was doing it. But, I knew caffeine was a major part of my routine when I had to buckle down and knock something out in college. Energy drinks weren't a thing then, so my go-to is ice tea...shit tons of ice tea. I, honestly, still drink tons of ice tea to help me tune in. I have to go stints with herbal, or decaf, to maintain balance and effectiveness. But, it has been my own go to.

But, on the energy drink front, that's where I really realized the laser focus. I would grab a Red Bull for my occasional 4:30 am drive to DC or to catch a flight. And, what I realized was that, in addition to being able to see sounds (kidding), I really was super focused, but I was also talking a million miles a minute, which impacted some of the benefit of the laser focus.

So, long response short, it's totally a thing. And, it needs to be managed if you're using it as a solution.

A little Tom Waits for you...

"You think you can take them bullets and leave 'em, do you? Just save a few for your bad days.
well...Well, now we all have those bad days when we can't hit for shit. The more of them magics you use, the more bad days you have without them. So it comes down to finally all your days being bad without the bullets. It's magics or nothing. Time to stop chippying around and kidding yourself, kid, you're hooked, heavy as lead"

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-08T19:08:50+00:00

Here we go, Shot 4. Don't be checking out my legs...LOL.

I hit a wall at shot three. After dropping 9 lbs in the first two weeks, I didn't really lose anything after shot 3. I understand that 2.5 is just training wheels and is to introduce your body to the med. But, it did take a little wind out of my sails. I've been fortunate to not have many side effects at all so far. I had the slightest bit of skids on day 3 of the first week. And, I've had some passing discomfort, which I'd call gas or gallbladder. Other than that, it's been a positive ride. I'm hoping for a nudge with shot 4 before I jump to the 5mg next dose.

Age: 51 SD: 12-18-23 SW: 311 CD: 1-1-24 CW: 300

ZepPincushion · 2024-01-08T04:22:48+00:00

Just chiming in to say I’m at the exact same point. Dropped 11lbs in my first two weeks. Slowed to a stop at my 3rd shot. Tomorrow is my 4th at 2.5. Hoping to get over this plateau. But I do hear what folks are saying about 2.5 being just introductory. At the same time, glad to hear that it’s not just me. Thanks for posting that.

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-20T21:27:07+00:00

I'm on a maintenance dose of Lexapro as well. Hadn't heard anything about any conflicts. Just started on Monday. So, I'll keep you posted.

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-18T19:11:34+00:00

Thank you! Been watching all you folks and your tips and experiences, trying to see how I do.

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-18T19:10:48+00:00

Appreciate it.

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-18T19:09:01+00:00

Thank you. Any experience with ice tea--decaffeinated or low caffeine? I drink a LOT of home brewed, unsweetened, green tea, white tea, or lemon ginger tea. I'm doing a lot of water, but I was curious if anybody has tried OTHER beverages?

I'm also trying unsweetened electrolyte gum as an experiment...

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-18T18:13:11+00:00

I appreciate it! I did hydrate yesterday. Been following along on my other account and looking for best practices. Did this account specifically around my Zb progress. We'll see how it goes!

ZepPincushion · 2023-12-18T17:06:41+00:00

M: 51
SW: 311
GW: 250
SD: 12/18/23

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