GLP-1 Weight Loss
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Affordable Tirzepatide Weight Loss Mechanism of Action
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. It works by:
Decreasing glucagon secretion
Reducing appetite and food intake
Slowing gastric emptying
Increasing insulin secretion
Affordable Tirzepatide Weight Loss Approved Uses
Tirzepatide is FDA-approved for:
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults
- Chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity
Efficacy
= For weight loss: In clinical trials, participants taking the highest dose (15 mg) lost an average of 20.9% of their body weight over 72 weeks
89.5% of participants maintained at least 80% of their weight loss when continuing tirzepatide treatment
For type 2 diabetes: Significantly improved blood glucose control compared to placebo
Administration
Given as a once-weekly subcutaneous injectionDosage is gradually increased over 4-20 weeks to reach target doses of 5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg weekly
Side Effects
The most common side effects are gastrointestinal, including:
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Constipation
Precautions
Not recommended for patients with a personal/family history of medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2
Use caution in patients with a history of pancreatitis
Affordable tirzepatide weight loss Tirzepatide represents an important new treatment option for obesity and type 2 diabetes, offering significant weight loss and metabolic benefits when combined with lifestyle modifications. However, it requires careful patient selection and monitoring due to potential side effects and contraindications.
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