OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Why I switched FROM US.
To answer TrialTracker_MD: my doctor and I discussed the options and went with brand.
Quick update: I have noticed more improvement since posting this. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Adding my data to this Why I switched FROM US discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 3 | Month 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 268 lbs | 228 lbs | 213 lbs |
| A1C | 7.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
| hsCRP | 7.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Protocol: Semaglutide 2.4mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.5g/kg/day.
Exactly this. My pharmacist said the same thing about Why I switched FROM.
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Verify Your PeptidesSlightly tangential to Why I switched FROM US but hank_denver reminded me — what is the latest on the oral formulations?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
+1 to COA_Karl. Especially the point about "Thank you all for the thoughtful replies..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Why I switched FROM US.