What Are the Most Common Side Effects
The FDA updated both the Mounjaro and Zepbound labels in November 2024 to add pulmonary aspiration during elective procedures as a postmarketing adverse reaction, and the UK MHRA issued a corresponding Drug Safety Update on the same concern
Continuing with a balanced diet, regular exercise and routine check-ins with your healthcare provider can help minimize weight regain and maintain blood sugar control when transitioning off these medications
For Example, if You Have a History of Severe Gastrointestinal Disease (Such as Gastroparesis or Chronic Diarrhoea), Your Healthcare Provider May Consider Alternatives or Monitor You More Closely
You may notice slightly stronger appetite suppression or mild GI effects compared to your usual 7-day interval, but these are typically minor and self-resolving
Clear communication and transparency between distributors and consumers will play a critical role in supporting informed decision-making and maintaining trust as these therapies become more widely available
