While headache is reported as an adverse reaction, it is not listed among the most common adverse events in the FDA Prescribing Information for Ozempic
Typical Tirzepatide Dose Escalation As with semaglutide, providers may adjust escalation schedules based on patient response and side effects
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The medication also slows gastric emptying, which prolongs the feeling of fullness after meals and helps moderate postprandial glucose excursions
