Many MyObesityTeam members have turned to each other for answers about the drug
Tirzepatide Known by the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound , tirzepatide is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes and used off-label for weight loss
People think of it as a miracle drug, she says, but there are so many unknowns.
Weight loss from Semaglutide has a range of health benefits
In this situation: Follow the 'missed pill' instructions that come with your pill pack Use a backup method (such as condoms) until youre sure youre protected again (usually one week after symptoms settle) If diarrhoea lasts longer than 24 hours, keep taking your pill as normal but use condoms until youve been symptom-free for a week Reach out to a healthcare professional if youre unsure Which contraceptives are not affected by Wegovy
The medication belongs to a class called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which mimic a naturally occurring hormone that regulates appetite, digestion, and blood sugar