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Your prescriber can also monitor any changes in blood sugars or other health markers

Who Experiences More Side Effects: Higher Risk of Side Effects: Women (higher rates than men) Starting at higher doses Rapid dose escalation History of GI issues (GERD, IBS) Slower metabolism Older age Lower Risk of Side Effects: Men (lower rates than women) Gradual dose escalation Prior GLP-1 exposure Following dietary recommendations Managing Side Effects Successfully: Diet Modifications: Foods to Emphasize: Lean proteins (chicken, fish, eggs) Non-starchy vegetables Clear broths and soups Crackers, toast (for nausea) Ginger (natural anti-nausea) Peppermint tea Foods to Avoid: Fatty, greasy foods (worsen nausea) Spicy foods (irritate GI tract) Large portions (harder to digest) Carbonated drinks (increase bloating) Alcohol (worsens nausea, dehydration) High-sugar foods (blood sugar swings) Eating Strategies: Small, frequent meals (5-6 times daily) Eat slowly, chew thoroughly Stop when satisfied (dont push to full) Stay upright after eating (prevents reflux) Dont drink large amounts with meals When to Contact Your Provider: Urgent (Call Immediately): Severe abdominal pain Persistent vomiting (cant keep fluids down) Signs of dehydration (dark urine, dizziness, confusion) Severe allergic reaction Vision changes Symptoms of pancreatitis Non-Urgent (Schedule Appointment): Side effects not improving after 4 weeks Want to discuss slowing dose escalation Questions about managing side effects Considering anti-nausea medication Weight loss plateau concerns Discontinuation Rates: Due to Side Effects: Semaglutide: 6.9% discontinue Tirzepatide: 6.2% discontinue Over 93% of patients tolerate well enough to continue Long-Term Safety: Semaglutide: On market since 2017 (8 years) Extensive real-world safety data SELECT trial: Actually reduced cardiovascular events (20% reduction) No new safety concerns with longer use Tirzepatide: On market since 2022 (3 years) Growing real-world safety data Clinical trials show excellent safety profile Cardiovascular outcomes trial ongoing Both medications appear safe for long-term use based on available evidence

187 This trend is set to continue past FY2020 owing to the rising costs of labour in the wider economy and the fact that it is politically infeasible for Congress to pare back benefits for military personnel

Subcutaneous Injection Mechanism: Direct injection into the subcutaneous fat layer, bypassing barriers like the digestive or nasal mucosa

Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason