By starting at a lower dose like 2.5 mg, your body has time to adjust to these hormonal changes, which helps minimize potential side effects
PACKAGE LABEL ZEPBOUND KwikPen 12.5 mg per dose (50 mg/2.4 mL [20.8 mg/mL]) NDC 0002-3522-11 Rx Only Zepbound KwikPen (tirzepatide) injection 12.5 mg per dose 50 mg/2.4 mL (20.8 mg/mL) 1 Pen with 4 doses of 12.5 mg TURN THE DOSE KNOB ALL THE WAY UNTIL YOU SEE A
Should I be worried about a large bruise from my Mounjaro injection
When you stop taking tirzepatide the appetite suppression ends and most patients regain most of the weight
Patients should contact their GP or prescriber if they notice: Sudden or severe hair loss that appears disproportionate to the degree of weight lost Patchy hair loss or bald spots , which may suggest alopecia areata or another dermatological condition Scalp pain, redness, scaling, pustules, or broken hairs , which may indicate scarring alopecia or tinea capitis and warrant prompt assessment Hair loss accompanied by other symptoms , such as fatigue, cold intolerance, unexpected weight changes, or skin changes which may indicate thyroid dysfunction or another systemic condition Persistent shedding that continues beyond six months without signs of regrowth Significant distress related to hair loss, which may warrant referral for specialist assessment A GP can arrange relevant initial investigations, including a full blood count (FBC), ferritin (with CRP if indicated), and thyroid function tests (TSH), with further tests guided by clinical history
Before escalating doses, providers will screen for contraindications including personal or family history of MTC or MEN2
