Weight regain is common after discontinuing tirzepatide, as the medication's appetite-suppressing effects and delayed gastric emptying resolve
In this case, the patient has achieved their goal weight, but their practitioner is wondering how to properly taper the dosage and whether full discontinuation has been successful for others
The FDA prescribing information does not mandate a gradual dose reduction protocol when stopping treatment
When you stop cold turkey, hunger spikes immediately, but your metabolism is still running slow
Increasing your intake is one of the best ways to help mimic the effects of a GLP-1, Salamon says
Items such as nuts, edamame, dried fruit, or protein bars provide a healthy option if hunger strikes