Some women report missed periods or irregular cycles after missed doses, especially during early weight loss phases
Key takeaways Nausea is the most common side effect of tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound)
In a clinical trial, people receiving the treatment are able to adhere to the prescribed regimen through support from study staff and incentives for participation, whereas in a real-world setting people may experience side effects or lose insurance coverage and stop taking their medications, Stokes says
Are cravings for sweets or high-fat foods decreasing
Tracking your food intake for a few weeks, even roughly, gives you real data on whether youre hitting protein and calorie targets or falling short
Individuals with such conditions were not included in the STEP trials