Semaglutide works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which is responsible for appetite regulation
Both of these meds can come with similar side effects
In the same study, they found that: 99.5 percent of GI events werent serious 98 percent of GI issues were mild or moderate Only 4.3 percent of participants stopped taking semaglutide due to GI side effects But, its important to remember that medication affects everyone differently
If youve struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone, or you prefer a medically supervised option, Tirzepatide may be a strong fit
Some patients respond better to one over the other depending on their body and goals
31 All costs were calculated in 2024 US dollars, with historical costs adjusted for inflation using the Consumer Price Index to maintain consistency and accuracy in the economic evaluations