Dec 17, 2024 at 4:16 AM#11
+1 to Dr.SurgeonPGH. Especially the point about "Re: Bacteriostatic water sourcing — the ..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Bacteriostatic water.
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Dec 17, 2024 at 4:33 AM#12
Want to share my personal experience related to Bacteriostatic water sourcing since I think it might help others in a similar situation.
I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 264 lbs with metabolic syndrome. My telehealth provider prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 6 months later: I am down 39 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The Bacteriostatic water aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This forum was my go-to resource throughout.
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Dec 17, 2024 at 4:50 AM#13
JenPlateau — that is really helpful context on Bacteriostatic water. Follow-up question: did you change anything about your diet at the same time?
I am in a similar situation (month 2) and trying to set realistic expectations.
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Dec 17, 2024 at 5:07 AM#14
To answer Dr.ObesityMed's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Bacteriostatic water sourcing is well-supported by the literature.
The short answer: follow the standard titration protocol and reassess at 4-6 weeks.
The longer answer involves pharmacokinetic considerations around steady-state concentrations, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
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Dec 17, 2024 at 5:24 AM#15
Saving this for reference. Top-tier content.
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