u/carabelle2022

I am new at this, just finished my first week (2.5) and noticed that the noise was starting to come back on day 6 and I needed to eat a little more to stay full. I realize that this is the lowest dose but is this normal? And once we increase, does it do that again around day 5-6? Just trying to figure out what to expect. I lost 7 pounds the first week but I realize this is just my body being in shock and the water weight and inflammation leaving my body, I don't expect it every week lol But I would like to maybe prepare for those last days of the week with super healthy snacks so I don't get tempted!

50F who has been struggling with alcohol abuse for the last 30 years and who was always chubby growing up, up to now being 250 lbs for the last 3 years and not being able to take it off.

Been on Mounjaro for a week and I can't believe the difference regarding alcohol... I expected it about food but I realize that the noise I had in my head was mostly alcohol, either I was thinking that I would not drink that day, I would think that I would drink but only after 5 pm, was wondering where I would pick up the drink, knowing I was meeting friends, would think of getting a drink or two (or three) before... it was ALWAYS on my mind! I went to my boyfriend's place this past weekend who has a great collection of great bottles which was always on my mind when I was there (are we going to open one? Are we having a drink before supper? Let's relax and play a game with a nice red...) and it was SILENT! For the first time in 30 years, there was no voice, no "wondering when my next drink will be"... I know I have weight to lose but honestly after struggling for 30 years with control, I can't believe that this is what "normal people" feel about alcohol... if this is the only impact of Mounjaro on me, I will be on this for the rest of my life! I actually feel I got my life back and this makes me so emotional...

Anyone else felt like this at the beginning? Did it last or change with increase of Mounjaro (I am on 2.5 right now)...

Feeling hopeful!