They get frustrated because it takes several months to escalate the dose to the highest level and see the benefits. Theres no set timeline for when youll start seeing results
Instead of prescribing an antidepressant that might cause weight gain (making one problem better while worsening the other), we can consider a low-dose GLP-1 that might help both while the patient engages in therapy and lifestyle changes
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Zepbound (tirzepatide) Injection for Adults with Obesity or Excess Weight
May assist in weight management in adults who are overweight or obese and have at least one weight-related condition (such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol) 4 , 22
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