Options like ice-cold drinks or warm ginger and lemon teas can soothe your stomach
For fasted morning workouts, you can take it without food and still benefit, as exercise naturally stimulates fat oxidation
Phentermine A prescription stimulant that suppresses appetite and slightly boosts metabolism Often used short-term, but studies support longer use in some low-risk patients Average weight loss: ~6% Side effects: dry mouth, jitteriness, insomnia, increased heart rate Not suitable for those with heart conditions or high blood pressure Orlistat (Alli, Xenical) Blocks absorption of about 30% of dietary fat Must be taken 3x daily with meals Average weight loss: ~35% over a year Side effects: oily stools, gas, urgent bowel movements Requires a multivitamin to replace lost fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) Qsymia Combines phentermine with topiramate (originally for seizures/migraines) Targets multiple pathways: appetite + cravings Average weight loss: ~910% Side effects: dry mouth, mood changes, tingling, insomnia Women of childbearing age need reliable contraception Contrave Combines bupropion (an antidepressant) with naltrexone (used for addiction) Helps reduce emotional eating and cravings Average weight loss: ~59% Side effects: nausea, insomnia, headache, dry mouth Not for use if you have seizures, are on opioids, or have certain mental health conditions The New Era: GLP-1s, Dual, and Triple Agonists More recently, medications that target gut and brain hormones have made significant waves in obesity care
As insulin resistance improves with Retatrutide treatment, cells throughout the body respond better to normal insulin signals
Patients with celiac disease considering tirzepatide for type 2 diabetes or weight management should engage in thorough discussions with their healthcare providers to ensure safe and effective treatment
