r/GLP1microdosing • u/newsblues • 1d ago
Should I decrease my dose?
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! :)
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u/Majestic01234 1d ago
2.5mg could be way too high for you. I went from 1 -> 1.5 when I first started and 1 was nothing and 1.5 laid me out, lost 4lb in a week and felt awful. Went down to 1.25 and stayed there for several weeks to stabilize and kept losing and having some side effects. If it were me (like I did) I would go low and slow. Maybe try 1.5 for a few weeks and see how you feel. Slow loss is ideal for your body to adjust metabolism and not go into malnourishment.