Insurance coverage considerations also favor using medications for their FDA-approved indications
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If nausea, vomiting, or gastrointestinal distress becomes severe, slowing your dose escalation or extending time at your current dose allows better adaptation
The cost of medication varies but averages about $25 per month out-of-pocket
Choosing the wrong option can lead to slower progress, unnecessary side effects, or frustration, especially if the treatment doesnt match how your body responds to hunger, metabolism, or blood sugar regulation
Talk to your healthcare provider about increasing your dosage if youve been on the same dose for several weeks with minimal results