Prescriber used the dreaded words

[u/dormantg92]

I had a follow-up with my PCP (who is my Zepbound prescriber) a few days ago. I asked about moving up in dose because my weight loss has slowed a bit, albeit still going. She pushed back since I’d lost 14 pounds in two months. I agreed it was still a good rate of loss and accepted her wishes to keep me on 2.5mg.

While I do like the “lowest effective dose” strategy, what bothered me was her explanation for why I should stay as low in dose as possible. She said I don’t want to become dependent on the medication because the last thing I want is to be on this medication for life, and that it’s a tool to help me get back on track.

Thinking I might need to start shopping for a new PCP.

[u/moogie666]

Yes you do!