The medication creates the caloric deficit
This is not a generic in the pharmaceutical sense, but it contains the same active ingredient and works through the same mechanism at a fraction of the brand-name price
Retatrutide typically ranges from 1 mg to 12 mg per week, while Tirzepatide is available in 5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg doses
Patients who invest in dietary counseling, regular movement, and behavioral support alongside their medication consistently achieve better and more durable results
It is also important to manage your overall health, including keeping your blood pressure and blood sugar levels under control
Signs you may be underdosed Zero appetite changes after 2 or more weeks at a dose that should produce noticeable effects (typically 4mg and above)