In a post hoc analysis of the SURPASS-1 trial involving patients with T2DM, the percentage increase in adiponectin levels from baseline ranged from 16% to 23% with tirzepatide compared to a decrease of 0.2% with placebo at week 40 (190)
32 Laird, E.J., et al., Voluntary fortification is ineffective to maintain the vitamin B12 and folate status of older Irish adults: evidence from the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA)
This limited period is essential to maintain the medication's potency and effectiveness
By maintaining a microdose, patients may be able to achieve the desired effects of the drug while avoiding the dose threshold that triggers severe GI effects, resulting in a better overall experience and adherence to the treatment
Growth hormone and growth hormone secretagogue effects on nitrogen balance and urea synthesis in steroid treated rats
The recommendation is to discontinue before planning a pregnancy