The difference is in the dose and what each drug is intended to treat
Yes, sustained weight loss is possible with tirzepatide when it is used as part of a long-term treatment plan
Following H/I, the concentrations of glutamate and ATP are increased (61), and excitatory amino acids (EAA) are secreted, allowing glutamate to accumulate to excitotoxic levels
Other common side effects include: Dizziness and lightheadedness, particularly during the first few weeks Fatigue and low energy , often related to reduced caloric intake Headaches , which typically resolve within the first month Sulfur burps , a distinctive and common complaint Diarrhea , which usually resolves as the body adjusts Injection site reactions including redness and mild swelling Less common but important considerations Some patients experience hair loss on GLP-1 medications
Kim Weaver, MD received her Board Certification in Obesity Medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine in 2018 joining only 2600 physicians nationwide and 22 in Oklahoma
The mechanisms underlying these effects are likely multifactorial