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What to Expect During Your Tirzepatide Treatment Timeline Weight loss typically becomes noticeable within the first 4 to 8 weeks of reaching a therapeutic dose, though individual timelines vary based on starting weight, diet, activity level, and adherence to the medication schedule
Key Insight: Mounjaros dual-action mechanism may lead to more pronounced digestive effects compared to single-action GLP-1 medications, which is why some patients experience more intense GI side effects including sulfur burps
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If a patient is successful with any given medication but reaches a weight loss plateau (typically defined as no weight loss over 1-3 months), the medication should not be discontinued abruptly as it may lead to weight regain
Tirzepatide was removed from the FDA shortage list in October 2024, and semaglutide came off in February 2025
