Weight Gain (Paradoxical)
While GLP-1 medications are primarily known for aiding weight loss, a few Reddit users report experiencing paradoxical weight gain while on the treatment. These instances appear to be less common than weight loss or other side effects.
Experiences with Paradoxical Weight Gain:
Another user observed that it's possible to gain weight on these medications, commenting, "On the flip side I have seen multiple people gain weight on these drugs. It is possible to defeat the meds. "[2]
A different user attributed their weight gain to an insufficient dosage of Wegovy: "I been gaining tho bc the wegovy dose is too low tho". [3]
Remedies or Preventions Recommended:
The remedies or preventions for paradoxical weight gain are not extensively detailed but can be inferred from the experiences:
Adequate Dosage: One user's experience of gaining weight due to a low Wegovy dose implies that ensuring the medication dosage is appropriate and effective for the individual is crucial for achieving weight loss rather than gain.
Experiences with Paradoxical Weight Gain:
- One user explicitly stated, "On Semaglutide I gained weight, had constipation, had mild anxiety (not as bad as liraglutide, but still present), lost a lot of muscle (my running speed dropped to about 30% off my peak) and was really, really tired.
Remedies or Preventions Recommended:
The remedies or preventions for paradoxical weight gain are not extensively detailed but can be inferred from the experiences:
- Adherence to Lifestyle Changes: The comment about being able to "defeat the meds" suggests that not adhering to dietary changes or overeating could lead to weight gain despite the medication.