Chapter 5: Complete Safety Guide

 

Side effects of ZepBound and how to deal with them

 

Main side effects (mostly temporary)

1. Nausea (20-30%)

• Switch to small, frequent meals

• Avoid fatty foods

• Do not lie down immediately after eating (to prevent reflux esophagitis)

• Do not use in conjunction with a low-carb diet

 

2. Changes in bowel habits (15-20%)

• In case of diarrhea: Replenish fluids and electrolytes, eat easily digestible foods

• For constipation: Increase fluid intake (2L or more per day), increase dietary fiber, and use laxatives if necessary.

 

Other side effects to be aware of

• Gallstones (about 3%)

• Thyroid C-cell tumor risk (animal studies)

• Risk of acute pancreatitis

• Hypoglycemia (when used in combination with other diabetes medications)

 

Those who cannot use it

• pregnant

• Breastfeeding

• Those with a personal history of medullary thyroid cancer (including family history)

• People with drug allergies

 

About injections

Everyone thinks at first, "I'm scared of injecting myself," but in reality, most people find it "easier than they thought."

 

First, please download and read the following booklet online.