Description
Zepad 5mg/0.5mL Injection – Tirzepatide
Zepad 5mg/0.5mL Injection is a prescription antidiabetic medicine containing tirzepatide. It belongs to a class of medicines known as dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonists, which help regulate blood glucose levels through multiple metabolic pathways.
Tirzepatide stimulates insulin secretion in response to elevated blood glucose, reduces glucagon secretion and slows gastric emptying. It is prescribed alongside dietary changes and physical activity to help manage type 2 diabetes.
Key Product Features
- Brand: Zepad
- Active ingredient: Tirzepatide
- Strength: 5mg/0.5mL
- Dosage form: Solution for injection
- Administration: Subcutaneous injection
- Presentation: Pre-filled syringe with disposable autoinjector
- Therapeutic class: Antidiabetic medicine
Indications
Zepad 5mg is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How Does Tirzepatide Work?
Tirzepatide activates both GIP and GLP-1 receptors. These hormones are involved in glucose regulation and metabolic processes.
Its actions include:
- Increasing glucose-dependent insulin secretion.
- Reducing glucagon secretion when blood glucose is elevated.
- Delaying gastric emptying.
- Supporting improved blood glucose regulation.
Dosage and Administration
The recommended initial tirzepatide dose is 2.5mg once weekly for four weeks. The dose is then generally increased to 5mg once weekly.
Zepad 5mg/0.5mL may therefore be prescribed as the next treatment strength following initiation, depending on the patient’s response and tolerability.
Further dose adjustments should only be made by the prescribing healthcare professional.
Administer by subcutaneous injection according to the product instructions and your healthcare professional’s guidance.
Possible Side Effects
Some patients may experience:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Abdominal discomfort
- Reduced appetite
These effects are often more noticeable when starting treatment or increasing the dose.
Seek medical attention for severe or persistent abdominal pain, severe vomiting, dehydration or symptoms of an allergic reaction.
Precautions and Warnings
Before starting Zepad, inform your healthcare provider if you:
- Take insulin or sulphonylurea medicines.
- Have a history of pancreatitis.
- Have gallbladder disease.
- Have significant gastrointestinal problems.
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy.
- Have experienced an allergic reaction to tirzepatide.
Do not use this medicine without a valid prescription and appropriate medical supervision.
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Prescription Required: Zepad 5mg is a prescription-only medicine. A valid prescription must be submitted and verified before dispensing.
Use only as prescribed by your doctor. Read the patient information leaflet before administration.
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