Dizziness?

Hello, started GLP-1 on January 1st (wegovy) and made the switch to tirzepatide a few months ago. I’m down 20 pounds or so, but have stalled a bit. I started 75 units on Friday and every day since I have experienced dizziness. The worst of it is getting out of the bed in the mornings, like almost to the point of falling down. First half of the day I feel a little bit of lightheadedness, but second half of the day is almost all gone. Anyone else experience this? Will it go away? I am making sure to drink about a liter of water within an hour of waking up and seems to help a little…it’s a lot, I know, but I read the dehydration could be a cause? I do drink water all day though.

1. Belle member

   Raymond also make sure that you are eating enough- do you tend to eat breakfast?

2. Belle member

   Sounds like your sugar may be getting low. Make sure you’re eating more often!

3. Belle member

   @member Eating is not a problem for me. This has been strange. It just happened when I went up to 75 units.

4. Belle member

   @member I’m dealing with this too. I just went up in dose as well. But in my case I may not be eating enough and I have a history of blood sugar issues.

5. Belle member

   I like to start my day with some electrolytes and a banana and it really helps me a lot!

6. Tiffany Bailey PA-C · Belle expert

   Raymond, some dizziness can happen after a dose increase, often from fluids, electrolytes or just eating less. Sit on the edge of the bed for a minute before standing, and add electrolytes with your water. Since it started right after your increase and you've nearly fallen, please message your care team in the portal so they can look at your dose.

7. Belle member

   Today was the first day I didn’t experience anything. I was a bit more mindful in making sure I ate a little bit more. Maybe that helped?

8. Belle member

   @member me too. Sounds like you and I are on a similar path

9. Belle member

   Add some electrolytes and move slowly to position of sitting up