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Description
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist approved by the FDA for type 2 diabetes management (marketed as Mounjaro) and chronic weight management (marketed as Zepbound)
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A meta-analysis across multiple studies confirmed the pattern: tirzepatide produces roughly 4.23 kg (about 9.3 pounds) more weight loss than semaglutide on average
Tirzepatide works by activating GIP and GLP-1 receptor pathways
