The Ultimate Guide to Wepbound: Uses & Side Effects

If you face challenges in weight loss, let me tell you, my friend, you’re not alone.

Just like you, I also faced a lot of issues due to sudden weight gain. It’s not just about losing confidence or the trauma of being body-shamed. 

Weight gain can lead to severe health issues such as obesity, PCOD/PCOS, & even heart attacks. 

But is there anything that we can do about it?

Well, why not?

Wait…

Are you thinking about trying out some medicines or stuff?

Yes, they can work if you know the correct way of using them. Zepbound or Wepbound is one such medicine that can help you lose weight if you follow a healthy lifestyle & maintain a low-calorie diet.

Let’s talk about the right dosage, applications, side effects, & tips for the best results with Zepbound.

What Is Wepbound?

It is a Tirzepatide injection medicine used to treat obesity or Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It is a disorder leading to low or absent breathing during sleep due to a collapsed upper airway. Over time, the word Zepbound turned into Wepbound due to mispronunciation or typo. 

The usual recommended dosage is 0.5 ml once a week. However, you can continue this for up to 30 weeks or 7 or 7.5 months depending on the severity. But, remember, it is a prescribed medicine & always use it under the guidance of a health practitioner. 

Who Should Not Use It?

Now, before you get your hands on them, it is important for you to know whether you are eligible to use them or not. 

I have listed some factors here. Go through them carefully & do not use Wepbound if you have any of these.

1. If you use other Tirzepatide or GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines
2. If you have allergies to Tirzepatide
3. If you have hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism
4. If anyone in your family has thyroid nodules or Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma
5. If you have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)

Please remember, if you have any of these issues or experience any symptoms that you are skeptical about, follow doctors’ advice.

The Common Side Effects of Wepbound

Every medicine has some side effects. But if they do not cause you much trouble & if you are taking it on doctors’ advice, you do not need to worry about it.

So, let’s check them out.

Symptoms of Stomach Issues

• Dizziness
• Sudden headache
• Vision problems
• Trouble Swallowing

Symptoms of Kidney problems 

• Swelling on ankle
• Shortness of breath
• Muscle cramps
• Breast tenderness
• Headache
• Sleep disorders
• Irregular heartbeats

Symptoms of Issues with Gallbladder

• Pain in abdomen
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Slight fever
• Loss of apetite

Symptoms of Pancreas Issues

• Diarrhea
• Swollen abdomen
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Fever

Hypoglycemia Symptoms

• Sweating
• Shaking
• Fast heartbeat
• Hunger
• Dizziness
• Anxiety
• Irritability
• Confusion
• Tingling lips
• Fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating
• Headache
• Lightheadedness
• Change in vision 
• Suicidal tendencies/thoughts

Now that you know about the potential side effects, let’s discuss when you should be extra precautious before you start using it.

When to Seek Experts’ Guidance?

Of course, you need to ask for doctors’ permission every time you plan to use this medicine. However, if you are already on some previous medications, NEVER use this medicine on your own. Some medications might have severe adverse effects when taken simultaneously with other. 

Here are some of the medicines that you can not take while using Wepbound. In these cases, the doctors might ask you to stop using your previous medicines or might alter the dosages. 

1. If you are taking it for the very first time
2. If you are on a insulin or sulfonylurea medicine to control high blood pressure
3. If you take oral Birth control pills
4. If you will go through any surgery as food or liquid can get into your lungs during sedation

Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Plan to Take Wepbound

1. Do I have issues with my kidney, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, or stomach?
2. Do I have hypoglycemia?
3. Am I diabetic or does any one in my family have diabetic retinopathy?
4. Do I have thyroid problems?
5. Am I allergic to certain medicines?
6. Is there any surgery scheduled for me?
7. Am I on any over-the-counter drugs?
8. Do I want to conceive?

If you get the answer “yes”, then book consultation appointments with healthcare experts & seek their advice.

Now comes the biggest question!

How to Take Wepbound?

There are two ways to take the medicine.

1. Pen
2. Vial

But before you take it, make sure you check out these things:

• The medicine should not be cloudy, frozen, yellowish.
• Check the expiry date mentioned on the medicine label.
• Discard it if you do not use it within 21 days of refrigeration.
• Store it in the refrigerator; but don’t freeze it.
• Do not use it if the carton, vial, packaging or the needle is damaged.
• Keep it away from children.

Steps to Use The Pen

• Once you open the packaging, select an area of your body to inject the medicine.( Go for behind the arms, buttocks, abdomen)
• Pull of the grey cap at the base & place the transparent opening on your skin.
• Unlock the lock ring & press the purple tip for 10 seconds. 
• Once you hear two clicks; one for starting & another for completing, take if off. (You should see the grey plunger)

That’s how easy it is.

Now coming to the vial usage.

Steps to Use Vials

Using the vial is easier. All you need to do is to follow the proper procedure.

• Remove the plastic cap of the vial & rub off the rubber stopper with alcohol swab.
• Now, if you have a pre-attached needle, you are good to go.
• If not, attach the needle firmly on the top of syringe by rotating it.
• Now take out the needle shield & push it through the vial stopper.
• Pull the plunger backward & let the syringer filled up with the right amount of medicine.(check the labelling)

Now, you can inject it alone or ask someone else to help you. However, my advice will be never to inject at one place repeatedly. Choose different areas on your body for each week. This way, you can avoid bruising or irritation.

Should You Try Wepbound?

If you ask me, I would suggest to go for low-caloroie diet & regular exercise for long-term weight loss benefits. However, if you have medical emergencies or you are done trying out everything to cut down those extra few pounds, you might go for this medicine.

However, it is crucial that you take experts’ advice before you try it out on your own. Also, be transparent to them about your & your family’s medical history & current medications. If they advise you to use it, you can definitely give it a try!

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