Trulicity contains dulaglutide
The struggle with getting these drugs to all the patients who want them comes down to two factors
It is generally recommended that patients stay on GLP-1 medications for at least 12 weeks
Baseline bloodwork before starting: Total and free testosterone LH, FSH Estradiol Thyroid panel (TSH, T3, T4) Lipids (cholesterol panel) Liver enzymes Kidney function IGF-1 (if using GH peptides) Glucose and HbA1c Follow-up testing: 6-8 weeks after starting Every 3-4 months during use Track changes and adjust protocols accordingly Why it matters: Verify peptides are working (testosterone increasing, IGF-1 rising, etc.) Catch any issues early (rare but possible) Optimize dosing based on response Have objective data, not just subjective feelings Storage and handling Peptides are sensitive to heat, light, and air
One study with more than 300 participants saw a 15.8% decrease in body weight for semaglutide after 68 weeks.3 Another study saw a 12.4% decrease after 72 weeks.4 Averaging those two outcomes, someone weighing 200 pounds could reasonably expect to lose around 14% of their body weight after about 16 months