Monitor Blood Sugar: Regularly monitor blood sugar levels to track progress
Let's explain: In trials, retatrutide 4 mg at 48 weeks landed around the same average weightloss range as Mounjaro 5 mg at 72 weeks but that does not make them equivalent doses
This finding is particularly remarkable given the large sample size and the extended follow-up duration of our study, which enhances the statistical power to detect potential associations
However, many patients find that proper breathing, relaxation, and correct injection technique eliminate the need for numbing, especially after the first few doses when needle anxiety decreases naturally
The therapeutic weight loss happens after the 5 mg escalation
But to stay in a calorie deficit, and to minimise side effects, like nausea and indigestion, its recommended to drink alcohol in moderation and opt for low-calorie low-sugar options like clear spirits and sugar free mixers