Source Singh, G., Krauthamer, M., & Bjalme-Evans, M
Because these medications reduce appetite and slow stomach emptying, the focus shifts from simply eating less to making every meal count nutritionally
After my diagnosis, my OB/GYN recommended that I see an endocrinologist and try to lose weight
Many anticholinergic agents such as those found in antidepressants whether they are SSRI, SNRI or tricyclics, calcium channel blockers, blood pressure medicines such as Clonidine, dopamine agonists, such as those used for Parkinsons disease (Sinemet), histamine-H2 receptor antagonist, Lithium, nicotine, Progesterone, and proton-pump inhibitors can also be implicated
This is an off-label maintenance approach, using lower or less frequent doses of medication to preserve effect once the primary goal is achieved
We may also recommend tirzepatide for individuals with a BMI of 27 kg/m or higher if they have at least one weight-related health condition, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or elevated cholesterol
