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3 Tips to Cope With Nausea When Taking Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound)

One of the most common side effects of tirzepatide is nausea, but it’s possible to manage it.

Hilary WeissmanAlexandra Schwarz, MD
Written by Hilary Weissman | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on March 19, 2024
Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD | March 19, 2024

You may experience side effects from tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). One of the most common is nausea. In this video, learn tips to prevent or lessen nausea while taking tirzepatide to improve your treatment experience. 

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Hilary Weissman has been a health writer for the past 6 years. She was a senior copywriter at WW (Weight Watchers) before joining GoodRx and was also a copy editor in S&P Global’s structured finance ratings group for 3 years prior.
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Alexandra Schwarz, MD, is a board-eligible sleep medicine physician and a board-certified family medicine physician. She is a member of both the AASM and the ABFM.
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