Starting Ozempic Wegovy July thread.

[goingdownhopefully]

Hi all. I’m starting Ozempic jabs on Thursday. My prescription is sitting in the fridge ready to take to see the nurse who is going to show me what to do. I’m excited/nervous. Anyone else about to start who wants to join a thread. (I couldn’t see one already for July starters).

@jeffsarthat’s amazing progress, well done!

@goingdownhopefullyhow are you feeling now you’re eating so little? I’m debating whether or not to go up to 0.5ml next time or to stick at 0.25. I’m averaging around 1200 calories a day and don’t feel hungry. I’m a little worried that if I eat less, I’m going to feel tired and not have the energy to exercise.

@jeffsar. Brilliant. You are doing really well.
@Quartzfairy. I was mostly feeling ok last week. Although I did some lunch skipping I was still probably averaged out around 1200 a day. I’ve not enjoyed today though. I’ve felt a bit uncomfortable and nauseous. I managed a few grapes and a satsuma around dinner time. Then later in the evening I had cottage cheese (around 100g) and two Ryvita and some cherry tomatoes. That was as much as I could manage. I wouldn’t be happy eating this low more than for just the occasional day, but am hoping my appetite is more normal tomorrow. Am thinking maybe I should/could have stayed longer on 0.25.
@LoopyGremlin. I’m sure it will be muscle.

well done everyone

I've enjoyed following everyone's posts. I went to the doctor on Monday, had 6th jab on friday. I've lost 5kg. I'm thrilled. Im going up to 1.0mg jab in two weeks and staying on that. I feel a lot better. My stomach which was massive has noticeably decreased. I have had some nausea and sulphur burps but overall have been fine. Definitely do not have the same interest in food, not craving chocolate or Crisps. I have a very long way to go but actually feel confident that I can do this

Hello everyone
Wow some fantastic results coming through. Well done @Sugaraddledon a loss after a holiday. I bet that felt really good! I’m still on .25 for the next two weeks. Jabbed last night. Unfortunately I’m still bobbing up and down between 11.13 and 12 st but my average today say I’ve lost .08 of a pound so I’ll take that that 7.8 lbs loss now which I keep having to remind myself is better than a gain. My plan still has me on 1600 a day, I’m wondering if I reduce that it might see the scales move but also recognise that since I’ve hurt my right foot exercise has been minimal. I have an appointment with an MSK practitioners next week so hoping I can figure out what’s going on.
my pharmacy have suggested going up to 0.5 for my next pen and I think I will go ahead with that as I’m managing to eat as per normal really now and snacking which is a big no no. Seems like the emotional eating bit really does outway the meds for me still. 😊

I’ve definitely noticed the difference between 0.25 and 0.5 in terms of appetite @Notadream. In fact it’s taken me from three meals a day to two most days, (skipping lunch). I’m focusing on protein first to try to make sure I keep that up, but only eating two meals is making that harder.
I’m half a pound down since last Monday, so not a huge loss but I have put on one of my dresses ,which was too small, today and it fits comfortably so I’m happy about that. Still got loads in my wardrobe that won’t fit yet but it’s a start.

Feeling a bit like you @goingdownhopefully since moving to 0.5, really struggling to get enough calories etc as food just not interesting me. I’ve just ordered a collagen/protein powder to add to my coffee to try get a boost from that - will let you know how it goes x

I really need to up my dose, still eating too much. So annoyed I ordered at 0.25 pen while thrilled I didn't put on weight on holiday! Jealous of those with greater suppression.

Morning, just checking in. I take my 9th injection later today. Sticking with 0.25 because I'm finding it's enough. Still finding food suppression strong and sometimes a bit of nausea with it. Gah. Almost a stone down.

Is there anyone else here who is sticking with 0.25? I feel like weekly is too often but I understand the window for taking the meds, once the pen is open, is a month?

That’s me 4 injections in. Only lost 5lb but that’s ok. Going up to the 0.5 injection as of today!

I’m sure the info I got was that the pens, if kept refrigerated, were good for 6 weeks, so maybe you could do every week & a half?

Thanks, that's a good thought.

I’m sticking with 0.25 as I’m worried about side effects and I don’t want to eat so little I have no energy as I enjoy exercise and playing sport. I’m averaging around 1300 calories and losing weight slowly, about 1 pound a week. I don’t have masses to lose (about 1.5 stone to go) so this suits me.

Just a little check in to see how everyone is feeling this week? I’ve been ok, appetite suppression still high but I’m struggling most that all enjoyment has been taken out of eating 🙈 I very rarely ‘fancy’ something to eat and feel Its getting hard to plan meals etc as nothing appeals to me. I guess that’s the point though, to change how you view food….. other than that, no symptoms for me. Moving up a dose next Wednesday so will update my weigh in then 😊