Zepbound is labeled for chronic weight management, while Mounjaro contains tirzepatide and is labeled for type 2 diabetes
Similar programs are offered by competing telehealth companies like Noom at comparable price points
Rybelsus, the oral tablet form of semaglutide, was registered by SAHPRA in 2024 but is not yet sold in the country
4 Can I switch from Rybelsus to Mounjaro
You should not take semaglutide if you are : allergic to semaglutide, other GLP-1 receptor agonists, or any other ingredients contained in the injection pregnant or breastfeeding have had pancreatitis or acute pancreatitis have a severe digestive condition have severe kidney or liver problems Its also important to let your doctor know if you have: kidney problems, as theres a risk of dehydration if you get side effects like vomiting and diarrhoea its important to stay hydrated and speak to your doctor if these side effects are ongoing or severe diabetes semaglutide can cause low blood sugar in people with diabetes, so your doctor may want to check your blood sugar more often than usual, especially if you take other diabetic medications taken any other medications recently, or are currently taking any gastroparesis if you have delayed stomach emptying are going to have surgery that requires a general anaesthetic or deep sedation low blood sugar severe heart failure Pregnancy and breastfeeding Semaglutide shouldnt be taken if youre pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding, as its not known how this will affect the baby
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