Regardless, GLP-1s commonly result in constipation as a side effect, so say researchers in The American Journal of Gastroenterology
Unlike manufactured pharmaceuticals that may have expiration dates extending several years, compounded medications often have shorter beyond-use dates, typically ranging from thirty to ninety days depending on the specific formulation and storage conditions
Among participants in those trials who had been taking semaglutide or tirzepatide, the study found a mean weight regain of 9.69 kg (95% CI 5.7813.60) over the follow-up period (Berg et al., 2025)
The initial intense fullness often comes with nausea, and the partial adaptation reduces side effects while maintaining enough gastric slowing to support appetite control
Mayo KE, Miller LJ, Bataille D, Dalle S, Goke B, Thorens B, Drucker DJ
Try cold options like Greek yogurt, chilled protein shakes, or even bone broth, which is gentle on the stomach and rich in amino acids