[8] Be sure to include some strength training too - muscle training helps maintain muscle mass and metabolism, supporting long-term weight management
Many adults over 40 struggle with stubborn weight even when they follow balanced nutrition and regular exercise
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Your provider may recommend: Shorter time at the 2.5 mg initiation dose (3 weeks instead of 4) More aggressive titration to reach therapeutic levels sooner Targeting higher maintenance doses (12.5 to 15 mg) from the outset Closer monitoring of side effects to balance speed with tolerance The microdosing alternative for sensitive switchers Not everyone needs or wants to follow the standard titration
Contact your physician if you experience profuse sweating that soaks through clothing, occurs primarily at night (night sweats), or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms such as fever, unexplained weight loss beyond expected treatment effects, chest pain, palpitations, or shortness of breath
We also saw shortages that left diabetic patients unable to fill prescriptions because the supply was diverted to off-label weight loss use
