A drink is considered a 12-ounce beer, one and a half ounces of liquor, or a five-ounce glass of wine
Women using tirzepatide with oral contraceptives should use non-oral contraception or add a barrier method for 4 weeks after initiation and after each dose increase
They are pharmacy-prepared formulations using the same active molecules but potentially different inactive ingredients, concentrations, and manufacturing processes
However, tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Mounjaro, is also sold under the brand name Zepbound, which is FDA approved for weight management in adults with obesity or who are overweight with a weight-related health condition
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and decreased appetite