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May 2026 Mounjaro starters - thread 2

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madeinthe80z · 20/06/2026 04:47

Can’t believe we are in a new thread! Keep It up everyone StarSmileStar

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NettleTea · 09/08/2026 09:32

well this weight loss malarky is full of surprises. after losses of 200gms and 300 gms for the previous two weigh ins, and a week where although Id been moving about more I had eaten and not really tracked, plus snacked at a private view of our art exhibition, I have weighed in today with a 1.2kg loss.

so thats 2 1/2 stone gone now after 17 weeks on 2.5mg.

My new 7.5mg pen is arriving on thursday and so, if I stay on the 2.5 its looking like I have plenty in stock, as Im about half way through a 5 mg pen, and still have an untouched 7.5mg.

I will suspend the payments after this one for a while and then look for some cheaper options once I start moving forward. I am looking to keep microdosing once Im at my target weight because of the anti inflammatory action and it holding my lymphodema at bay - the turnaround of the tissue changes in the skin in my legs and toes is incredible - I will see my lymph massage specialist in two weeks and she has some helpful techniques which should break down and allow the last bits of more solid lymph to move and hopefully be cleared, and I have an appointment in October with my clinic, so will be measured, and that will be the real proof of the pudding.

It may have cost alot but Im so pleased that I made the decision to do this - I was at the point where I needed to decide whether to simply surrender to the pain and mobility restrictions, or fight back. And I made the right decision. I feel better than I have in years, and thats even despite the recent falls/injuries.

mollio · 09/08/2026 13:41

That’s a fabulous succes story nettles , worth every penny xx

KittensAndCupcakes · 09/08/2026 14:23

NettleTea · 09/08/2026 09:32

well this weight loss malarky is full of surprises. after losses of 200gms and 300 gms for the previous two weigh ins, and a week where although Id been moving about more I had eaten and not really tracked, plus snacked at a private view of our art exhibition, I have weighed in today with a 1.2kg loss.

so thats 2 1/2 stone gone now after 17 weeks on 2.5mg.

My new 7.5mg pen is arriving on thursday and so, if I stay on the 2.5 its looking like I have plenty in stock, as Im about half way through a 5 mg pen, and still have an untouched 7.5mg.

I will suspend the payments after this one for a while and then look for some cheaper options once I start moving forward. I am looking to keep microdosing once Im at my target weight because of the anti inflammatory action and it holding my lymphodema at bay - the turnaround of the tissue changes in the skin in my legs and toes is incredible - I will see my lymph massage specialist in two weeks and she has some helpful techniques which should break down and allow the last bits of more solid lymph to move and hopefully be cleared, and I have an appointment in October with my clinic, so will be measured, and that will be the real proof of the pudding.

It may have cost alot but Im so pleased that I made the decision to do this - I was at the point where I needed to decide whether to simply surrender to the pain and mobility restrictions, or fight back. And I made the right decision. I feel better than I have in years, and thats even despite the recent falls/injuries.

Very joyous to read this, Nettles. So much to celebrate 🥳

TeamsThemeTune · 09/08/2026 18:47

Lovely @NettleTea! Such great results for you in addition to the weight loss.

TeamsThemeTune · 09/08/2026 19:25

My other half has just told me that the cat looks like she's lost weight!

Erm... hellllloooo 10kg down here! He's not said a word about that!

KittensAndCupcakes · 09/08/2026 20:58

TeamsThemeTune · 09/08/2026 19:25

My other half has just told me that the cat looks like she's lost weight!

Erm... hellllloooo 10kg down here! He's not said a word about that!

Could this be a coded way of chatting you up, Teams? 🐾 🐈‍⬛ 😘

Hillsmakeyoustrong · 09/08/2026 22:00

Nettles ❤️
Teams 🤣

Changingplace · 10/08/2026 07:00

Boreded · 08/08/2026 11:55

Great job. What’s your goal loss?

I’d like to lose another stone and stick at that weight, so that feels achievable :)

mollio · 10/08/2026 16:37

Changingplace · 10/08/2026 07:00

I’d like to lose another stone and stick at that weight, so that feels achievable :)

I’m the same - I want to lose 1 stone , maybe 1 stone 4 lbs so I have a little buffer … I haven’t clue whether it will mictodoe to maintain or not - will have to see

Boreded · 10/08/2026 17:01

I’m really happy for you guys who are so close to goal weight, you’ve done a great job already, and even though I’m very jealous it is all in good spirit.

Good work guys 💐

NettleTea · 10/08/2026 23:09

I too have a LONG way to go!

Boreded · 11/08/2026 00:06

NettleTea · 10/08/2026 23:09

I too have a LONG way to go!

Well we can do it together. I still have 57lb to go to my early goal, but my main/stretch goal is 85-90lb. What about you?

NettleTea · 11/08/2026 18:26

I have about 2 3/4 stone to go. Im not sure what that is in lbs. In the past if I can stay under 10 stone I am able to control the lymphodema. The moment I hit 10 I start ballooning, so I assume that there is some kind of mid section weight that compromises lymph clearance and the back up triggers the inflammation and off we go. So I aim to keep under enough to have some leeway wiggle room

TeamsThemeTune · 11/08/2026 20:50

Anyone used The Family Chemist? I just had a mare going through their process - don't know if I did something wrong, but at the end it said they're not able to prescribe to me. The only thing different from all the others is that they asked if I was taking any A, D E or K vitamins (just Vit D +K2 like we're supposed to), and whether I've ever had surgery (ovaries and fallopian tubes removed 2 years ago). No idea why they said no. I was in a rush (as always - trying to make dinner, tidy up, take photos etc all without someone asking wtf I'm doing), so may have missed something.

Had to do it all again with IQ doctor.

madeinthe80z · 11/08/2026 22:15

TeamsThemeTune · 11/08/2026 20:50

Anyone used The Family Chemist? I just had a mare going through their process - don't know if I did something wrong, but at the end it said they're not able to prescribe to me. The only thing different from all the others is that they asked if I was taking any A, D E or K vitamins (just Vit D +K2 like we're supposed to), and whether I've ever had surgery (ovaries and fallopian tubes removed 2 years ago). No idea why they said no. I was in a rush (as always - trying to make dinner, tidy up, take photos etc all without someone asking wtf I'm doing), so may have missed something.

Had to do it all again with IQ doctor.

Nope I haven’t - I’ve used medicine marketplace, lotus, Bolt and more recently Pharmacy2u and never had a problem with any of them. Weird they wouldn’t approve you for that! Some of them I wonder if they actually have a person reviewing or if they just approve / reject based on stock answers…

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TeamsThemeTune · 11/08/2026 23:06

madeinthe80z · 11/08/2026 22:15

Nope I haven’t - I’ve used medicine marketplace, lotus, Bolt and more recently Pharmacy2u and never had a problem with any of them. Weird they wouldn’t approve you for that! Some of them I wonder if they actually have a person reviewing or if they just approve / reject based on stock answers…

Probably just me not paying attention to something vital! I've messaged them and asked if they can tell me why, so we'll see what they come back with.

PuppyKeep · 14/08/2026 08:24

My progress so far
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May 2026 Mounjaro starters - thread 2
TeamsThemeTune · 14/08/2026 10:07

Ooh that's a lovely chart @PuppyKeep!

We have very similar numbers, though you are doing a bit better than me, think I've stalled again this week. Your losses are very consistent - nice work!

TeamsThemeTune · 14/08/2026 10:37

So... I've just used the golden dose from my last 2.5mg pen, and then threw caution to the wind (definitely unwisely), and injected what I could from the last little bit that was left over, without having any idea how much that was.

It seemed like a good idea at the time...

mollio · 14/08/2026 10:50

TeamsThemeTune · 14/08/2026 10:37

So... I've just used the golden dose from my last 2.5mg pen, and then threw caution to the wind (definitely unwisely), and injected what I could from the last little bit that was left over, without having any idea how much that was.

It seemed like a good idea at the time...

Love it ! Living on the edge 😆 I have done the same …. But I did regret it … sorry !!!!!

Boreded · 14/08/2026 11:07

PuppyKeep · 14/08/2026 08:24

My progress so far
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Great job. Are you really targeting a BMI of 19? You’ll be under 7st?

Boreded · 14/08/2026 11:08

mollio · 14/08/2026 10:50

Love it ! Living on the edge 😆 I have done the same …. But I did regret it … sorry !!!!!

Too much or too little?

TeamsThemeTune · 14/08/2026 11:13

mollio · 14/08/2026 10:50

Love it ! Living on the edge 😆 I have done the same …. But I did regret it … sorry !!!!!

This is not what I wanted to hear!

MrsO2b · 14/08/2026 12:26

PuppyKeep · 14/08/2026 08:24

My progress so far
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Well done! I've been on it the same length of time as you and I've only lost 9lbs 😐

PuppyKeep · 14/08/2026 13:48

Boreded · 14/08/2026 11:07

Great job. Are you really targeting a BMI of 19? You’ll be under 7st?

I'm 5ft0. It sucks.

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