Tirzepatide is often used as a long-term therapy, as studies have shown it is most effective when taken consistently
A 2024 study suggests you may get better weight loss results with tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Zepbound and Mounjaro, than with semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy
Cardiometabolic Parameters: Studies have examined effects on blood pressure, lipids, and other cardiovascular risk factors in high-risk populations
Currently, depending on your diagnosed health conditions, GLP-1s can be prescribed to help you with: Controlling blood sugar (for example, Victoza) Assisting with weight management (for example, Saxenda) Treating obstructive sleep apnea (for example, Zepbound) Slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease (for example, Ozempic) Reducing cardiovascular events, including death, heart attack, and stroke (for example, Wegovy) How GLP-1s Work GLP-1s fill in for the GLP-1 hormones your body naturally makes, per StatPearls
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Gallbladder disease, retinopathy and severe hypoglycaemia did not differ significantly between the semaglutide and placebo groups
