A good provider will set realistic expectations for weight loss timelines, discuss the importance of lifestyle factors alongside medication, and outline a plan for monitoring your progress over the coming months
Comparison to Vaccines Many people base their needle expectations on vaccine experiences, which often prove more uncomfortable than subcutaneous self-injection
You do have to put in a little work of your own and try to be mindful of what you are eating
The cost to a patient can be over $1,000 per month without insurance
Stephanie Morales, a 40-year-old who lives in Wisconsin, had previously taken a GLP-1 shot for weight loss and experienced success, but her prescription was expensive and she worried about being dependent on the medication
Labs are not routinely required unless clinically necessary