The first month is usually the biggest adjustment period. Here's a realistic, week-by-week picture of what to expect.
Your first dose is the lowest dose on the titration schedule, and it's meant to introduce your body to the medication gradually rather than deliver maximum effect. Some people notice appetite changes within days; others don't notice much difference yet — both are normal.
Mild injection-site soreness is common and typically resolves quickly.
This is usually when people start noticing they feel full faster, think about food less throughout the day, or naturally eat smaller portions. Some nausea is common during this window, especially after larger or fattier meals — eating slowly and stopping at the first sign of fullness helps.
At your one-month check-in, your provider will evaluate how you've tolerated the starting dose and decide whether to increase it. Not everyone moves up on the same schedule — if side effects have been significant, staying at the current dose a bit longer is common and reasonable.
Weight loss by the end of month one varies a lot person to person, but early results are often modest compared to months two and three, when doses are typically higher and appetite effects are more established.
Contact your provider if side effects are severe or persistent — dose adjustments or supportive medications can often help.
Your first visit includes a full evaluation and your personalized titration plan.
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