Before you start using Zepbound, make sure to talk to your healthcare provider about your health and any concerns you have. Here are some important things to discuss:

• Medical Conditions: Let your healthcare provider know if you have or had any issues with your pancreas or kidneys.
• Stomach Problems: Inform your healthcare provider if you have severe stomach problems, like slow emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or difficulties digesting food.
• Diabetic Retinopathy: Mention if you have a history of diabetic retinopathy.
• Pregnancy: If you are pregnant or planning to have a child, it’s essential to tell your healthcare provider because Zepbound may be harmful to an unborn baby.
1. Pregnancy Exposure Registry: There’s a registry for pregnant women who have used Zepbound. This registry aims to collect information about your and your baby’s health. You can join this registry or get more information by contacting Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979).
2. Birth Control: If you take birth control pills by mouth, they may not work as well while using Zepbound. Your healthcare provider may suggest an alternative birth control method for four weeks after starting Zepbound or after any dose increase. Discuss the right birth control options for you with your healthcare provider.
• Breastfeeding: If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, let your healthcare provider know. It’s unclear if Zepbound passes into breast milk, so your healthcare provider can guide you on the best way to feed your baby while using Zepbound.
• Medications: Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are taking, including prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Zepbound can affect how some medicines work, and other medicines may impact how Zepbound works.

Remember to keep a list of all the medicines you take to share with your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you start a new medication. This information will help ensure your safety while using Zepbound.