Fact: Never take two doses at once
[1] [4] Common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal discomfort, which typically diminish over time
Ro offers the following FDA-approved GLP-1 medications: Wegovy (semaglutide): available as a pen and pill (both have cash-pay options) Foundayo (orforglipron): available as a pill (has a cash-pay option) Zepbound (tirzepatide): available as a pen or KwikPens and vials (the latter two have cash-pay options) Ozempic (semaglutide): available as a pen GLP-1s mimic a natural hormone in the body known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
Serious side effects (rare but important) Pancreatitis
Tirzepatide is not recommended during pregnancy, and alcohol should be avoided completely during pregnancy
Other populations requiring caution include those with a history of pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and renal impairment (due to risk of acute kidney injury with dehydration)