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Why some Zepbound patients are quietly refusing their doctor's advice to increase their dose

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Some Zepbound patients are choosing to stay on lower doses longer to avoid side effects like fatigue and hair thinning associated with higher doses.

Side effects at higher doses — including crushing fatigue and hair thinning — are driving patients to stay lower longer.

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