Important safety information
Compounded tirzepatide is a prescription medication. It is not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review compounded medications for safety, effectiveness or quality.
Possible risk of thyroid tumors, including cancer. In studies with rodents, tirzepatide caused thyroid C-cell tumors. It is not known whether it causes these tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), in people. Do not use it if you or a family member has ever had MTC, or if you have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Tell your provider right away if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, trouble swallowing, hoarseness or shortness of breath.
Do not use this medication if you have had a serious allergic reaction to it. Tell your provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding, and before any surgery or procedure that uses anesthesia or deep sedation. Tirzepatide may make birth control pills less effective.
Serious side effects may include inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), gallbladder problems, low blood sugar (especially with insulin or a sulfonylurea), kidney problems, severe stomach problems, serious allergic reactions, and vision changes in people with type 2 diabetes. Stop using the medication and get medical help right away if you have severe stomach pain that will not go away.
The most common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, indigestion, injection site reactions, tiredness, allergic reactions, belching, hair loss and heartburn. This is not a complete list. Talk to your provider about your full medical history and every medication you take.