She was losing weight and building muscle on Zepbound — so why did her doctor keep pushing a higher dose?

A patient reported successful weight loss and muscle gain on a lower dose of Zepbound, questioning why her doctor recommended increasing the dosage. The case highlights potential concerns regarding standard prescribing practices for the medication.
The patient lost weight steadily and built muscle on a lower dose, raising questions about standard prescribing practices.
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