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Tirzepatide Injection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for taking your Compounded Tirzepatide Injection. Always follow the dose on your prescription label.
Before you start
- Confirm the vial label matches your prescription and check the expiration date.
- Gather alcohol pads, a new insulin syringe, and a sharps container.
- Wash your hands and let the vial reach room temperature for a few minutes.
How to take it
- Inject once a week on the same day, with or without food.
- Choose the abdomen, thigh, or back of the upper arm, and rotate sites each week.
- Draw the exact volume on your prescription label. Your clinician sets and adjusts your dose.
- Insert the needle at a 90-degree angle, inject slowly, then dispose of the syringe safely.
Storage
- Keep vials refrigerated between 36°F and 46°F. Do not freeze.
- Protect from light and keep out of reach of children.
Common side effects
- Nausea, reduced appetite, constipation, or mild fatigue, especially after a dose increase.
- Smaller meals, slower eating, and staying hydrated usually help.
When to contact your care team
- Severe or persistent abdominal pain, vomiting, or signs of dehydration.
- Any sign of an allergic reaction such as swelling, rash, or trouble breathing. Seek emergency care right away.
- You missed more than one dose in a row and are unsure how to restart.
- You start a new prescription or supplement, or your health history changes.
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