Your body needs time to adapt to the GLP-1 receptor signaling, which controls appetite, satiety, and blood sugar regulation
The most common include slight soreness at the injection site, mild fatigue, or a brief stomach upset
Zepbound (tirzepatide) is a prescription medication approved by the FDA in November 2023 for chronic weight management in adults with obesity (BMI 30 kg/m) or overweight (BMI 27 kg/m) with at least one weight-related comorbidity
Always use medications as directed by a healthcare provider and avoid using them for unapproved purposes
While not widely studied yet, some women on Mounjaro report menstrual changes like lighter periods or fewer cravings, as well as feeling more emotionally steadylikely due to improved blood sugar control, says Ali McGowan, RD, LDN, a registered dietitian specializing in weight management and womens health in Providence, Rhode Island