It works by affecting a hormone in your body called GLP-1, which helps regulate your appetite and blood sugar levels
In the GetGoal-Mono study, 5660% of patients developed anti-lixisenatide antibodies, with no apparent effect on efficacy or safety [17]
Key Points Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) works differently than semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) by targeting two hormones instead of one Studies show tirzepatide typically leads to greater weight loss (15-20% vs 8-10%) and better blood sugar control than semaglutide Switching is generally straightforward you can finish your semaglutide dose and start tirzepatide about a week later on your normal dose day Most people start at a lower tirzepatide dose (2.5mg or 5mg) even if they were on a high dose of semaglutide Thinking about making the switch from semaglutide (Ozempic or Wegovy) to tirzepatide (Mounjaro or Zepbound)
Contrave side effects can include constipation, dizziness, headache, trouble sleeping, and upset stomach
This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study enrolled adults with obesity (BMI 30 kg/m) or overweight (BMI 27 kg/m) with at least one weight-related comorbidity
Not the panic version