Zepbound (Tirzepatide) is a brand-name injectable prescription medicine containing tirzepatide. It is used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or excess weight with weight-related medical problems, as well as for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea. Zepbound, Tirzepatide
How It Works
- Acts as a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist.
- Mimics natural gut hormones to lower appetite and slow stomach emptying.
- Helps you feel full faster and eat less food.
Dosage and Administration
- Injected under the skin once a week.
- Administered in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.
- Available in single-dose pens, vials, and multi-dose KwikPens.
- Dose starts low and increases gradually over weeks.
Common Side Effects
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea and constipation
- Stomach pain and indigestion
- Fatigue and tiredness
- Hair loss
- Injection site reactions
Safety Warnings
- Carries a risk of thyroid tumors in animal studies; do not use if you have a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2.
- Can affect oral birth control effectiveness; alternative contraception may be recommended after starting or changing doses.
- Should not be combined with other GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines or tirzepatide products.
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