Be Aware of a New Indication for Tirzepatide

April 2025

Tirzepatide (Zepbound) may pop up on more home med lists.

It’s the first Rx med approved for adults with obesity AND obstructive sleep apnea...or blockage of the airway while sleeping.

Tirzepatide can help reduce breathing interruptions while sleeping.

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Table of Contents

Electrolytes Shine a Light on IV Electrolyte Safety
Cardiology Optimize Antiplatelet Dispensing for Heart Attacks
Anesthesiology Help Watch for Antithrombotics Around Regional Anesthesia
Infectious Diseases Help Target Bacterial Toxins With Appropriate Antibiotics
Measles Know the Latest About Managing Measles
Substance Use Disorder Break Down Barriers to Dispensing Buprenorphine for OUD
Sleep Disorders Be Aware of a New Indication for Tirzepatide
Gastroenterology Stay in the Know About Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Med Safety Be Aware of Clozapine REMS Discontinuation