r/WegovyWeightLoss

Hello! This isn't for me directly. My doctor at Community North office in Carmel has been wonderful suggesting my GLP-1 and offering me support via her NP, too. I've had success for 14 months now.

But my MD isn't taking new patients and I am at a loss when I talk with someone who doesn't have an MD who is interested in even learning about GLP-1s, much less offering them to someone who may benefit after years of struggle. On the way into my office this morning, I thought I'd start by asking others with GLP-1 informed MDs and supportive offices if they don't mind sharing who and where (MD name and city in Indy Metro).

Edited to add: I do not want Telehealth options. LOCAL real MD practices only, please!

I was going to create a document to share to others locally so they don't go the back door route with the lash lady who mixes it up in her backroom (this is a real conversation I had last night at dinner with our server!).

Thanks so much!

PS I am on currently on Zepbound, but thought I'd source the MDs names from this subreddit too! Half the people I interact with in my life are on Wegovy so I peek over here sometimes! 😄

Hey guys, just need a little support and wisdom as I’m getting myself upset.

I’ve had 4 doses of the 0.25, and am now on my second dose of the 0.5 as of Monday just gone.

I know I’m less hungry and am eating way less, yet I’ve only lost approx 3lbs. I am so upset because I have a holiday and a hen do in June, a wedding in June, am a bridesmaid in July, another hen end of July and am a bridesmaid again late August, and I genuinely want to pull out of all of these events if I carry on looking the way I do.

I’m 5’3 and currently weighing in at 13 st 1 lb.

I was aiming to be at least 12 stone by mid June.

I’m doing all I can to help the jab do its thing and nothing seems to be shifting.

I’m upset and alongside that have daily headaches which I think is a side effect - kinda kept at bay with electrolytes added to my water but still getting me down.

I know it’s different for everyone but when will I notice a difference? I feel so low when I look in the mirror.

I have always been around 9 stone my whole adult life until I had spine surgery which restricted movement and mobility, which meant gaining 4 stone in 4 years. I am really sad right now.

I have been taking the Wegovy pill once a day since the end of January. Started at 1.5mg then 4mg and have been on 9mg for about a month now. I have lost about 17 pounds so far but have never puked since starting it in January but am familiar with the Nausea.

Earlier this week I missed one day of the 9mg pill and went back to taking it as normal the following day. I felt more nauseous than usual for about 2-3 days after and yesterday it finally caught up with me and I puked for the first time.

How can I prevent this in the future? Aside from not missing another dose obviously. I do not have a Zofran prescription but I have seen people here say it works miracles.

I would like to start taking the wegovy pill; the injections won’t work for me because I have a huge phobia of needles. However I am in Canada and only the injections are approved here. I live near the US border and could cross the border to fill a prescription if I could find a US doctor to prescribe it to me. I don’t want to take compounded semaglutide; I specifically want the wegovy pill. Any suggestions?

I took my first .25 shot three days ago - headaches, fatigue and sulfur burps. WTH?! Am I in for hell when I up my dose to .5 and finally to 1.0!?? Anyone else have those symptoms that fast and does it get better?

This is my worst nightmare. I do not have the money to afford this medication, even with the discounts.

Ever since I started taking Wegovy almost 2 years ago, there was a voice in the back of my head telling me that it was too good to be true. I guess it was right 😞

Hello! I have been taking Wegovy for about 10 months now, and I'm down 65lbs so far! I attended about 5 sessions of nutrition counseling with an RD. She gave me a lot of ideas, but my problem is that I either feel "bleh," not hungry, or the thought of food makes me nauseous. I have a prescription for Zofran when the nausea won't go away.

My only safe food is potatoes (mashed, baked, fries). I can always eat a variation of potatoes even when I'm not feeling well. Meat has always given me the ick, but that feeling is happening a lot more since taking Wegovy. I mostly only get the ick when I bite into chicken, not so much beef. I'm not really a big fan of fish, but I will eat salmon and canned tuna. The last time I had salmon, I was nauseous from the smell and then took a bite and felt the ick. Cottage cheese is often suggested, and I'm just not the biggest fan. The texture can turn me off in a second. I did see someone suggest blending it to use in recipes, which I would try. I'm sick of greek yogurt/yogurt in general and protein drinks. I feel like I don't really eat "true meals" anymore, so I try to find quick things that I can grab or prep ahead of time.

Since I'm eating considerably less, I have been buying better-quality food items. I don't mind ordering some things online (like Thrive Market). Does anyone have any suggestions for meals or snacks?

Hiya!

I’ve just started today with the injection, quite funny I was terrified and stood there for 10 minutes before I was brave enough to stab myself and when I finally did I felt nothing at all🤣 felt very silly, tiniest little needle ever lol

But anyway im just curious how long did the effects start to kick in for any of you guys and how bad? Also how did you find the side effects if you got any? I know it’s different for everyone but I’m just curious and excited to start this chapter in my life and be healthier, my partner is also gonna start next week which I look forward to do this with him :)

I’ve stabbed and taken it about 6 hours ago now, just sore a little on the belly but nothing else… yet🤣

Also I’d love to see some before and after photos!! Please post!! 💜

After significant weight loss (65 pounds for me), I’ve noticed that my lady bits just don’t feel as “padded” anymore, and sex with my husband has become increasingly uncomfortable.
We’re very sexually active, I’m in my mid-40s, and it’s gotten to the point where I sometimes avoid intercourse because of how uncomfortable it feels. We’ve wondered if it could be related to perimenopause, but even with using tons of lube, it really doesn’t seem to help. It’s honestly starting to make me feel broken and frustrated.
I’ve seen my OB multiple times and they haven’t found anything medically wrong, so I’m curious if this has happened to anyone else after major weight loss and/or during perimenopause.
Has anyone experienced this?

If so, what actually helped?

I’ve even considered Botox/filler injections for the labia area to restore some volume and see if that helps with comfort (yes, apparently it’s a real thing). Has anyone tried it?

Would really appreciate hearing real experiences or suggestions.

Just started Wegovy this week. I seem to be in the lucky camp of having it take effect immediately. I've realized great appetite suppression this week. I still feel hunger, but I can eat smaller portions more frequently to satisfy the hunger. I have no desire for ultra greasy food, or even sweets. Not that they repulse me or anything, I can't explain it. My brain knows I love these things, but at the same time it also just doesn't care to eat them right now?

Anyways, as I said. Started this week. Last week technically, dose #2 of 0.25mg is tomorrow. I'll almost certain continue another month at 0.25mg since I'm taking to it well. The issue is, I am going on a vacation in August for two weeks. I don't want to change doses just before vacation. So, if after the second month at 0.25mg I still feel okay, continuing means I need to continue at that dose for another 2 months.

I guess I'm just asking if anybody has had similar timing constraints when considering dosage changes, and what your experience was.

Hey! This is more of a lighthearted post really! I have been lurking this subreddit during my journey so far and it’s been so helpful and inspiring.

I just was thinking about how some people here might have already thought about my “problem” albeit it’s a small one!

I’ve been keeping my journey quiet. Only my partner knows as of right now. Reason being that I didn’t want to be loud about starting the journey then finding out that the medication didn’t work for me, as that would be a big disappointment. I’m still only 5 weeks in.

That’s not the “problem”, it’s that I have a few weekends coming up where friends and family of my partner are coming to stay, and I’m a bit worried about them seeing the box in our fridge. In case they go to get a drink etc.

Do you guys have smart ways of hiding your medication? I tend to keep mine in the fridge door at the top, as then it gets the shelf to itself and the box won’t go soggy or touch food. Any other tips about keeping a weight loss journey low key is also welcome!

I am on my second week of wegovy (0.25) and both times, in the days following the injection, I have felt this intense, violent hunger like I could est an entire buffet and still be hungry.

When I do eat, I feel satisfied before I finish my plate. And then the terrible violent hunger comes back and I have to endure it each and every minute of the day.

I eat a normal amount of food and there is literally no reason for me to feel hungry.

Wtf is going on??

Three years ago, when I was gaining a lot of weight (thanks, menopause!), I got my wedding band and engagement rings resized.

I'm new to Wegovy and hoping to lose 30 pounds, so I'm thinking my rings will be too large. Are you getting your rings resized? I'm not sure what to do.

Hi all, feeling frustrated with my current progress and looking for some input and support.

I’m a 37 y/o F and I’ve been on Wegovy for about 6 months now, am up to the 2.4 dose and have lost a total of 20 lbs (down to 220lbs). I’ve been extremely consistent with my exercise routine since the beginning of this year- I strength train 4 days a week, add moderate cardio on 2 of those days, and stay active walking and playing with my toddler on non-workout days. I’ve also been eating healthier this year, have been diligent about sleep, stress is managed well, and alcohol intake is nearly zero (maybe one drink every 2-3 weeks).

When I hit the 20 lb lost mark at the end of April, I decided I wanted to really focus even more on my diet. I set protein, fiber, and water goals and track my food to ensure I hit those goals while staying in a deficit. I’m also not being overly restrictive- I try to have a little more flexibility on the weekends with my family without going overboard. However, the scale hasn’t budged in weeks and in fact I finished this week 3 lbs up from last month. I can tell a difference in the way my clothes fit and body feels, so I’m trying to focus on that, but I’m frustrated that my weight loss has stalled. I know I’m gaining muscle and body recomp is happening, but I still have a good bit of fat to lose, so it’s frustrating for actual weight loss to be stalled when I feel like I’m doing everything I can.

For now, just planning to stay on track and actually back off on weighing more than once a week, but any input welcomed! Thanks!