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GLP-1 includes Tirzepatide and semaglutide, so experiences overlap across these drugs
Other common side effects include headache, dizziness, injection site reactions (redness, itching, or small lumps), mild rash, belching, gas, and temporary hair loss
Combining tirzepatide and alcohol significantly increases the risk of hypoglycemia, which can cause dizziness, shakiness, headache, confusion, sweating, and rapid heart rate
One such patient is 62-year-old Maryland resident Todd Engel , who lost his vision after starting Ozempic to manage his diabetes