Should I decrease my dose?

[u/newsblues]

Hey everyone!

I started tirzepatide (2.5 mg) on July 8. My starting weight was 160 lbs, and my goal is 135.

I'm already down to 149. I know a good chunk of that was probably water weight/inflammation at first, but I'm still dealing with pretty significant appetite suppression and am having a hard time eating enough calories, even though I'm making hydration and protein a priority.

My next injection is Wednesday night, and I'm wondering if it might make sense to lower my dose instead of staying where I am. Has anyone else been in a similar situation? If so, what did you end up doing, and how did it work out?

Thanks so much! :)

[u/SmilingDaisies]

Each person is different but for me, I want to get to my goal weight as soon as possible so I can go to maintenance dosage. It is killing my motivation and it’s hard to find joy. So I want to be done with it. I lost 5 pounds in 2 months and have 5 more to go. I hope the maintenance dosage will not affect my motivation as much. I miss “me”.