Factor in the cost of the medication that is not producing results, the ongoing health costs of obesity (medications for blood pressure, diabetes, joint pain), and the opportunity cost of delayed weight loss
It's a warning sign that intervention and lifestyle changes may be needed to prevent the development of diabetes
Lets address the most frequent points of confusion
Side effects can return even after months of stability, especially after a dose increase, changes in diet, illness, dehydration, or if you restart on Mounjaro after a break
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