TIRZEPATIDE

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TIRZEPATIDE

Tirzepatide functions as a dual GLP-1 and GIP agonist. Similar to other GLP-1 medicines, it is currently used as a second-line diabetic treatment and administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection.[1][2]

Tirzepatide is a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. It has not been tested on individuals with pancreatitis and is not approved to treat type-1 diabetes mellitus. As a GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, it is implemented as a second-line defense against type 2 diabetes for glycemic control and significantly reduces body weight.[1][3]

According to recent clinical studies, tirzepatide decreases hemoglobin A1C levels more effectively than a placebo. In comparison to -0.86% with placebo, the SURPASS-5 clinical trial revealed a -2.11% drop in hemoglobin A1C levels at 5mg per week dose. Hemoglobin A1C decreased by -2.34% when tirzepatide was taken at the maximum dose of 15 mg per week. This was proven during a 40-week period. With a tirzepatide dosage of 5 mg, a weight loss of 5.4 kg was observed, while a weight loss of 10.5 kg was observed with a dosage of 15 mg. A popular GLP-1 drug used for weight loss therapy is similar to this dose-dependent link with weight loss.[1][4]

Tirzepatide has been demonstrated to function similarly to GLP-1 medicines but more effectively. Given its ability to help people lose weight and absence of liver toxicity, it could help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in a secondary way.[1][5] Get in touch with our medical weight loss clinic in Bloomington, MN today to get started! Legacy Health is here to help.

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