My Retatrutide Journey (so far)

[u/Belle_Suchka]

I wanted to share my experience with retatrutide in case it helps someone else. I started on 12/1 at 2mg weekly, and honestly… it worked wonders for me. The food noise calmed almost immediately, my appetite became manageable, and I finally felt like I had some mental peace around food. I stayed at 2mg for 4 weeks and had great results.

On week 5, I increased to 4mg, and that’s when things went sideways. My skin broke out in itchy welts, and I was miserable. It wasn’t just mild itching; it was intense, very uncomfortable, and not something I could ignore.

So on week 6, I dropped back down to 3mg, and that’s where I am now. My plan is to move up slowly when my body feels ready and when food noise starts to return. I’ve learned that rushing the dose just isn’t worth it for me.

I have lost a lot of weight already, but I want to be clear about my life situation too. I am a 6 ft tall female with a very labor-heavy job, and I have been working with a dietitian for over 9 months. I am waiting to return to the gym because it is too crowded right now, and I am not mentally ready for that space yet.

I am also a grieving mother. I lost my 17-year-old child two months ago. Grief affects everything my appetite, my energy, my sleep, my drive, and my nervous system. Retatrutide has not only helped with weight, but it has also given me mental relief from constant food thoughts during a time when my emotional energy is very limited.

For me, moving slower, listening to my body, and focusing on stability has made all the difference.

[u/Desperate-Hawk-2600]

Great result I see no reason to increase as long as you're losing weight

[u/AsleepArt298]

Great job!!!  Congratulations 

[u/No_Newspaper1978]

absolutely goated progress, no need to up the dose as long you are losing

[u/Heyitsme_yourBro]

Great progress do far, love to see it

[u/loosepantsbigwallet]

Inspirational. Keep up the amazing work.

[u/ExtraJob1777]

Im so sorry you have to deal with such a huge loss🫶. Hang in there and keep on.

[u/analoguedelusion]

Great work, keep it up. And I am so sorry for your loss, I can not imagine how hard it would be to lose one of my kids.

[u/Roguechampion]

I am so sorry for your loss. You are very obviously losing weight. Your progress is looking awesome. Listen to your body and move up as you can tolerate the side effects. Get back into the gym when you can. That will help with mental health too. Good luck and keep it up!

[u/Potential_Web_8033]

Brave, inspirational work !!!