Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide
The active ingredient in Mounjaro and Zepbound. It mimics two natural gut hormones (called GLP-1 and GIP) that control appetite, blood sugar, and metabolism. FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes, with weight loss approval expanding.
Evidence Level · 5/5 · FDA-Approved
FDA-approved medication
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Weight Loss
FDA-approved. Works on two gut hormones at once instead of one, which often means stronger appetite control than older medications.
02
Blood Sugar
FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes. Often gives stronger blood sugar control than medications that only target one hormone (like Semaglutide).
03
Metabolic Optimization
Studies in real patients suggest the second hormone (GIP) may cause fewer stomach side effects than older medications.
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