Frequently asked questions
Tirzepatide works by mimicking the GLP-1 and GIP hormones that are naturally secreted by the intestine after a meal, which prompts insulin secretion. It also reduces appetite by slowing down the time it takes the stomach to empty and interacting with areas in the brain harboring GLP-1 receptors to signal satiety
Many people start to notice weight loss within a few weeks, but the speed at which you lose weight will depend on a range of factors, including your starting weight, your daily habit changes (including changes to your calorie intake and how much physical activity you get)
Tirzepatide was approved for treatment of diabetes in the United States in May 2022, in the European Union in September 2022, in Canada in November 2022, and in Australia in December 2022. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers it to be a first-in-class medication
Tirzepatide is a novel medication that is FDA approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Given its potent weight loss properties, tirzepatide be used off-label for obesity treatment.
Wegovy and tirzepatide are approved for weight loss in people who do not have diabetes. While tirzepatide is a GLP-1 agonist, it also works on GIP, which may make it more effective, but studies are limited at this time.
Conclusion: Tirzepatide, as a weight loss drug, significantly reduces BMI, waist circumference and body weight while gastrointestinal adverse reactions need to be vigilant. Overall, its efficacy is significant and its safety is high
Alcohol – Drinking alcohol may cause severe low blood sugar.
Other medicines – Do not take other medicines during the time you are using tirzepatide unless they have been discussed with your doctor.
Counseling – Other family members need to learn how to prevent side effects or help with side effects if they occur.
The bottom line. Mounjaro (tirzepatide) starts working within hours of your first injection. It’s common to notice its initial effects on your blood glucose (sugar) within the first 4 weeks of treatment. You should see the full effects of Mounjaro about 4 to 6 months after starting it
Tirzepatide is a once weekly injection. You may take it in the morning, afternoon, or evening; whatever works best for your schedule. However, we do recommend taking on an empty stomach.
Adults—At first, 2.5 milligrams (mg) injected under the skin once a week for 4 weeks. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 15 mg once a week. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Tirzepatide can potentially lead to increased energy, which results in moving more often throughout the day and burning more calories
This medicine is given as a shot under the skin of your stomach, thighs, or upper arm. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas.
Helpful video instruction : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwgy4p-dCzM&pp=ygUVdGl6ZXBhdGlkZSBpbmplY3Rpb25z
There are no foods that are completely off-limits while you’re taking Zepbound, but cutting out or limiting certain foods such as those high in sugar or fat could help reduce side effects
Metabolism, often referred to as the body’s engine, determines how many calories you burn at rest (basal metabolic rate). Tirzepatide has shown promise in increasing metabolic rate, which means your body becomes more proficient at burning calories even when you’re not engaged in physical activity
Visceral fat mass reduction was 40% in the treatment group
If you miss a dose of tirzepatide take the missed dose as soon as you remember it, if within 4 days after the missed dose. However, if it has been more than 4 days since your last dose, then skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not inject two doses within 3 days of each other.
In case of overdose, call the poison control. Information is also available online at Poison Help.
If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can’t be awakened, immediately call emergency services at 911.What are the risks of tirzepatide?
This medicine may cause acute kidney injury. Check with your doctor right away if you have a bloody urine, decreased urine output, muscle twitching, nausea, rapid weight gain, seizures, stupor, swelling of the face, ankles, or hands, or unusual tiredness or weakness.