Jul 25, 2025 at 2:58 PM#21
Congrats ben_calgary!! You should be so proud of yourself. 🎉
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41 24kevin_tulsa, Dr.PainCLE, mike_mealprep and 38 others
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Jul 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM#22
Reading this thread on Cost comparison oral vs hits close to home. Dad of 2 checking in — I started at 289 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
15 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 64 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Cost comparison oral — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
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Jul 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM#23
As a healthcare provider, I want to add some clinical context to this discussion on Cost comparison oral vs injectable.
Building on what marco_milano said — the evidence base here is well-established. The key publications to reference are from the STEP program[1].
Key clinical points:
- Efficacy is dose-dependent and typically requires 4-5 weeks to reach steady state
- Side effect profile is predictable and usually manageable with standard protocols
- Monitoring should include baseline labs and follow-up at 3-month intervals
- Patient education significantly improves outcomes and adherence
Standard disclaimer: this is educational, not individualized medical advice.
References:
[1] See thread title for relevant study identification.
[1] See thread title for relevant study identification.
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Verify Your PeptidesJul 25, 2025 at 3:49 PM#24
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Jul 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM#25
Adding my data to this Cost comparison oral vs discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 5 | Month 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 242 lbs | 222 lbs | 197 lbs |
| A1C | 6.6% | 6.0% | 5.4% |
| hsCRP | 6.0 | 4.0 | 0.8 |
Protocol: Semaglutide 1.7mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.4g/kg/day.
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