Nausea on GLP-1: Quick Tips for Side Effect

Let's get straight to it - managing nausea from Zepbound, Mounjaro, Ozempic or Wegovy side effects. This Memo is your quick summary of relief and compensation strategies, pulling together social wisdom from real people alongside science study research data.

Basic Strategies

• Eat strategically: Small, frequent meals; avoid large portions

• Food choices: Bland, easy-to-digest foods (crackers, bananas, lean proteins)

• Avoid triggers: High-fat, greasy, spicy, or very sweet foods

• Stay hydrated: Sip water between meals, consider electrolyte drinks

• Timing matters: Take medication before bed

• Injection site: Rotate sites; thigh injections often reduce nausea compared to stomach

• Don't go hungry: Empty stomach worsens symptoms; keep protein snacks handy

Mild Nausea

• Natural remedies: Peppermint tea, ginger (candies, tea, fresh)

• Cold fruits: Cold grapes, watermelon, or cherries

• Ice Cold Beverages

• Light snacks: Saltines, plain bread, sunflower seeds

• Mindful eating: Eat slowly, stop before feeling full

Moderate Nausea

• Dose management: Consider splitting weekly dose (consult doctor)

• OTC options: Non-drowsy Dramamine, Nauzene tablets, Emetrol

• Hydration focus: Liquid IV, electrolyte powders, ginger ale

• Pressure point relief: Sea-bands or wrist pressure point techniques

Severe Nausea

• Prescription relief: Ask doctor for Zofran (ondansetron), especially sublingual form

• Unexpected remedies: Sniffing alcohol wipes, hydrogen peroxide (carefully)

• Dose adjustment: Work with doctor to potentially lower dose temporarily

• Alternative scheduling: Twice weekly injections at lower doses (medical supervision required)

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Scientific References for this article:

1. ^{Gastrointestinal adverse events associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists in type 2 diabetes: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (2021)}

2. ^{Gastrointestinal tolerability of GLP-1 receptor agonists in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis (2018)}

3. ^{Semaglutide treatment and gastrointestinal adverse events: Safety analysis from STEP and SUSTAIN trials (2018)}

4. ^{Mechanisms of nausea and vomiting with GLP-1 receptor agonists: Insights from clinical and translational studies (2022)}

5. ^{Management of drug-induced nausea and vomiting: Clinical strategies and supportive care (2020)}