GLP-1 and similar compounds can come with side effects, especially in the beginning, such as: Nausea Digestive discomfort Reduced appetite (sometimes too much) Fatigue Peptides and other treatments may have their own side effects depending on the specific compound
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This means they are not under the same scrutiny as FDA-approved drugs to maintain quality, regulatory, and safety standards The FDA received several complaints of adverse events from compounded tirzepatide (over 300 as of February 28, 2025)
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