{"id":633246,"date":"2025-08-20T16:47:46","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T20:47:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=633246"},"modified":"2025-08-20T16:47:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T20:47:46","slug":"zepbound-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/zepbound-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"What to know about Zepbound and tirzepatide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zepbound\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is constantly making headlines as one of the newer and most popular \u201cweight-loss jabs.\u201d Zepbound, which contains the active ingredient tirzepatide, is a prescription medicine that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for weight loss as well as obstructive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/sleep-apnea-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep apnea<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With the popularity of this drug comes a lot of interest in how it works, safety concerns, and other questions. We\u2019ll detail what you need to know about Zepbound if you\u2019re considering discussing it with your healthcare provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-zepbound\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Zepbound?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zepbound\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is classified as a dual GIP\/GLP-1 receptor agonist made by the pharmaceutical company Lilly. Zepbound is used for weight loss and obstructive sleep apnea in certain patients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This medicine is injected once weekly under the skin of the stomach, thigh, or upper arm. Healthcare providers prescribe Zepbound <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zepbound\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at the lowest dose<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and gradually increase it as needed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Zepbound with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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Tirzepatide, which is the active ingredient found in both <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/mounjaro\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mounjaro<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and Zepbound, is known as a dual GIP\/GLP-1 agonist. The scientific name for this type of drug is a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is similar to GLP-1 agonists, but works on an additional pathway. For weight loss, Zepbound works on part of the brain involved in appetite regulation. It also slows stomach emptying, which may keep you fuller for longer. Many people also talk about how drugs like Zepbound <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10674813\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greatly reduce food noise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is when you have constant thoughts about food and eating that can interfere with even the best dieting efforts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/news-events\/press-announcements\/fda-approves-first-medication-obstructive-sleep-apnea\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults with obesity. It does not directly treat sleep apnea, however. The way it works for sleep apnea is by promoting weight loss, which helps improve OSA.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who-can-take-zepbound\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who can take Zepbound?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is approved by the FDA for the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss and chronic weight management in adults with obesity (typically measured by body mass index, or BMI), or adults who are overweight who have at least one weight-related medical condition, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/hypertension-treatments-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high blood pressure<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/high-cholesterol-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high cholesterol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/resources\/diabetes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/obesity-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is typically recommended along with lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. It is for adults only and is not approved for use in children or adolescents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"zepbound-facts-what-you-should-know-before-taking-it\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound facts: What you should know before taking it<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New drugs like Zepbound are very popular but are not appropriate for everyone. Here are some things you should know if you are considering Zepbound:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is injected once weekly under the skin of the stomach, thigh, or upper arm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is available in a prefilled pen in the following doses: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg. It\u2019s also available directly from Lilly in vials, which require you to draw up the medicine with a syringe.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare providers recommend lifestyle changes along with Zepbound, such as a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound has a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/black-box-warning\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">black box warning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is the most serious warning required by the FDA. This medicine has caused <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/january-thyroid-awareness-month\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thyroid tumors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in animal studies. It\u2019s not known if this risk applies to humans. However, people with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or who have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) should not use Zepbound. Anyone using Zepbound should watch for signs of thyroid cancer and call their healthcare provider right away if they have a lump in the neck, hoarseness that won\u2019t go away, or trouble breathing or swallowing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before using Zepbound, it is important to tell your healthcare provider about any medical conditions you have, and if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Zepbound should not be used during pregnancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound may affect how medicines are absorbed when taken around the same time. Ask your healthcare provider if you need to adjust the timing of any of your medicines. Additionally, Zepbound may affect how well <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-birth-control-pill-contraceptive-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birth control pills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work. You will need to use an additional type of effective birth control, such as a condom, for four weeks after starting Zepbound\u2014and for four weeks after each dose increase. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best type of birth control for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are having any type of surgery or medical procedure that involves anesthesia or sedation, tell your surgeon that you use Zepbound. This medicine can increase the chance of food or liquid getting into your lungs during a procedure, so your healthcare provider may advise you to stop using Zepbound for several weeks before your procedure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance coverage for Zepbound varies. Some plans may cover it for weight loss, while other plans do not cover weight loss drugs or may require <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prior-authorization\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prior authorization<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some insurance plans may cover Zepbound for OSA, but coverage depends on the individual plan. You can call your health insurance plan for more information on coverage and costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what-to-know-about-zepbound-s-side-effects\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to know about Zepbound\u2019s side effects<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common side effects are related to the stomach and often go away or lessen as your body adjusts to the medicine. This is one reason why it is especially important to follow the dosing schedule recommended by your healthcare provider\u2014slowly increasing the dose of Zepbound helps your body adjust to the medicine and minimizes side effects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=487cd7e7-434c-4925-99fa-aa80b1cc776b\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Zepbound include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea or constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach pain, indigestion, burping, or heartburn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiredness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hair loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection site reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious side effects are less common but require immediate medical attention. These may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe stomach problems, which can cause dehydration and kidney problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gallbladder problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation of the pancreas, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/pancreatitis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pancreatitis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious allergic reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/hypoglycemia-without-diabetes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypoglycemia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (low blood sugar), especially when Zepbound is used in combination with diabetes medicine(s)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision problems in people with Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression or suicidal thoughts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"zepbound-vs-mounjaro-facts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound vs. Mounjaro facts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/zepbound-vs-mounjaro\/#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20is%20that,names%20for%20their%20respective%20indications.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mounjaro<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are very similar\u2014they contain the same active ingredient (tirzepatide), and have the same dosing, side effects, and warnings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference is in their FDA-approved uses. While Zepbound is FDA-approved for weight loss and OSA, Mounjaro is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=d2d7da5d-ad07-4228-955f-cf7e355c8cc0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for blood sugar control in people with Type 2 diabetes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tirzepatide-vs-semaglutide-facts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tirzepatide vs. semaglutide facts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, semaglutide is the active ingredient in the injectable drugs Ozempic and Wegovy\u2014it is also available in oral form under the brand name <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/rybelsus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/zepbound-vs-ozempic\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ozempic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is FDA approved for Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular risk reduction, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/ozempic-kidney-disease-fda-approval\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kidney disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is also prescribed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/off-label-prescription-drugs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for weight loss.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/zepbound-vs-wegovy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wegovy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is FDA approved for weight loss and cardiovascular risk reduction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/rybelsus-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is FDA approved for Type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinical trials have found tirzepatide (the active ingredient in both Zepbound and Mounjaro) to be more effective for weight loss than semaglutide. A 2025 study published in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/NEJMoa2416394\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New England Journal of Medicine<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that after 72 weeks, people who used tirzepatide had an average weight loss of 20.2% of their body weight, while those who used semaglutide lost an average of 13.7%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bottom-line\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound is a weekly injectable drug used for weight loss and obstructive sleep apnea. Clinical studies have found this drug to be effective, especially when used with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. Consult a healthcare provider for more information about Zepbound and to determine if this medicine is right for you. If you do start treatment, be sure to check in with your healthcare provider regularly, track your progress, and report any side effects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zepbound is constantly making headlines as one of the newer and most popular \u201cweight-loss jabs.\u201d Zepbound, which contains the active ingredient tirzepatide, is a prescription medicine that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for weight loss as well as obstructive sleep apnea. 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