Slightly tangential to WELCOME Introduce but BethLabQueen reminded me — what is the latest on the oral formulations?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
Relevant to WELCOME Introduce yourself & — here is my latest bloodwork comparison:
Key improvements: A1C 8.0% → 5.3%, triglycerides 191 → 91 mg/dL, hsCRP 6.0 → 0.9 mg/L. All on tirzepatide for 7 months.
The inflammatory marker drop is what impresses me most. Consistent with the SELECT trial's cardiovascular findings.
Want to share my personal experience related to WELCOME Introduce yourself & since I think it might help others in a similar situation.
I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 247 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 14 months later: I am down 57 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The WELCOME Introduce aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This community helped me every step of the way.
Dr.ObesityMed — that is really helpful context on WELCOME Introduce. Follow-up question: did you experience any side effects during this phase?
I am in a similar situation (about to start) and trying to set realistic expectations.
Want to share my personal experience related to WELCOME Introduce yourself & 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 64 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The WELCOME Introduce aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This forum was my go-to resource throughout.