Extending intervals between dose increases from one week to two weeks allows your GI tract more time to adapt, often reducing diarrhea severity without compromising efficacy
Headache is also reported as an adverse effect in clinical trials of tirzepatide and other drugs in this class, such as semaglutide products (Ozempic and Wegovy) and liraglutide brands (like Saxenda), but individual responses vary
If side effects require you to stay at a lower dose longer or cap out at 10 mg instead of 15 mg, your trajectory will differ from someone on the maximum dose
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist available in the US under two brand names: Mounjaro (for type 2 diabetes in adults) and Zepbound (for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity)
The clock is ticking
Yes, its possible to become pregnant on Wegovy, especially if: You rely on oral contraception and have persistent vomiting or diarrhoea You lose significant weight, which can restore fertility, particularly in women with PCOS Conclusion Wegovy and Ozempic : Generally safe with oral contraceptives, but monitor for gastrointestinal issues
