Tirzepatide (marked as "Mounjaro") is a novel dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist approved by the FDA in May 2022 for Type 2 Diabetes(T2D) management. Developed by company Eli Lilly it helps control blood sugar and supports significant weight loss by targeting two pathways. Showed superior results compared to standard GLP-1 therapies in reducing HbA1c and body weight, with a safety profile similar to existing treatments, making it a new option for managing T2D effectively.
Gallwitz, B., 2022. Clinical perspectives on the use of the GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide for the treatment of type-2 diabetes and obesity. Frontiers in Endocrinology.
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Gallwitz, B., 2022. Clinical perspectives on the use of the GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide for the treatment of type-2 diabetes and obesity. Frontiers in Endocrinology.
Gallwitz, B., 2022. Clinical perspectives on the use of the GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide for the treatment of type-2 diabetes and obesity. Frontiers in Endocrinology.
Gallwitz, B., 2022. Clinical perspectives on the use of the GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide for the treatment of type-2 diabetes and obesity. Frontiers in Endocrinology.