This effect doesnt mean the medication isnt working it reflects the natural pharmacokinetics of semaglutide and individual variability in how quickly the drug is metabolized and cleared
Retatrutide side effects appear to be similar to those seen with other GLP-1 medicines such as Wegovy and Mounjaro
Clinics prescribe 1ml weekly because it's the middle-ground safe dose, not because it's optimised for your liver's methylation capacity, your dietary methionine intake, or your current rate of fat oxidation
However, the effectiveness of these drugs in maintaining weight loss over time can vary among individuals, depending on adherence to treatment and lifestyle modifications
The prescribing provider must conduct an appropriate medical evaluation before writing a prescription, and that evaluation must meet the standard of care for weight management prescribing
For a broader overview of the medication class, see what GLP-1 weight loss medication is