The IV catheter is removed and the site is dressed
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, heart rate, and cardiovascular risk factors is recommended, especially for those with pre-existing heart conditions
If youve been working out or eating differently and notice your clothes fit better but the scale hasnt budged, it can be confusing
In one long-term study, called the SURMOUNT-1 trial, people taking tirzepatide lost up to 25% of their starting weight over a period of 72 weeks
However, because large amounts of fat can worsen nausea or acid reflux in some people taking GLP-1 medications, many people find it more comfortable to include smaller portions throughout the day, such as a drizzle of olive oil on vegetables, a tablespoon of almond butter in a smoothie, a quarter of an avocado with lunch, rather than eating one high-fat meal