Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

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 Mounjaro is a brand name for a drug containing the active ingredient Tirzepatide. Tirzepatide mimics glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a natural hormone class in the body. In addition to mimicking GLP-1, Tirzepatide also mimics glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). GIP is another class of hormones in the body.

These hormones play important roles in blood sugar control and diabetes management. Mounjaro is FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is undergoing clinical trials and may soon be FDA-approved for weight loss. In the meantime, you can get this effective drug prescribed off-label for weight loss purposes.

 How Does Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Work?

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) works by improving insulin sensitivity and enhancing insulin secretion. It also delays gastric emptying, which leads to increased feelings of fullness. This, in turn, leads to appetite suppression and decreased food intake throughout the day. After receiving Mounjaro injections, patients experience a decreased glucose concentration while in postprandial and fasting states.

All medications have potential risks and side effects. The side effects associated with Mounjaro include:

• Gas
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Bloating
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Mild allergic reaction
• Heartburn
• Localized injection site reactions

These symptoms are generally mild and may decrease as your provider adjusts the medication dosage. Serious symptoms are rarer and may include pancreatitis, low blood sugar, gallbladder problems, severe allergic reaction, and increased risk of thyroid cancer.

Mounjaro’s unique dual-agonist designation seems to boost its weight-reduction capabilities. People who receive Mounjaro medications may lose even more weight than single-agonist medications.

In one double-blind, randomized, controlled trial, Mounjaro’s effectiveness shines. More than half of the participants who received Mounjaro experienced a body weight reduction of 20% or more. This illustrates the remarkable ability of Mounjaro injections to shed excess pounds.