Many patients express a strong concern about weight regain after stopping GLP-1 medications, and patient experiences confirm that it is a common challenge. Some patients report a rapid regain, with one losing 35 pounds and gaining it back within a few months, while others experience a slower regain over years. This often coincides with the return of intense hunger and "food noise" that the medication previously suppressed, which patients sometimes refer to as the "Hunger Games" phase.
"Just re-started on Sunday after gaining it all back. (It took four years to gain 35 lbs back. I only gained back 10 pounds after a year of stopping—sharing as not to worry people.)"
Patient · Ozempic, 4 years after stopping
"From February to May I regained ~35lbs. I went from 220 in February to ~255/~260lbs in early May. Currently paying $185/month through gimme and working back up to a therapeutic dose."
Patient · GLP-1, 3 months after stopping
"You may be in the Hunger Games, the period of intense hunger after quitting the shot. If so, it will probably dissipate in 1-3 months. Hang in there. It's the toughest part of graduating."
Patient · GLP-1, graduating
"As of this week, I’m beginning to gain weight back."
Patient · GLP-1, after losing benefits
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