Tirzepatide, also known by the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound, is an FDA-approved dual-action GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist made by Eli Lilly
The authors say that increasing the dose while reducing the frequency might help people sustain weight loss
The statute already contemplates months of manufacturer notices before shortages develop
In somebody with obesity, these small doses are going to have negligible effect, if any, Levy adds, though some people are "super responders" and see effects on very low doses
The choice between them may ultimately depend on clinical indication: retatrutide for maximum weight loss and metabolic improvement, survodutide for MASH-focused treatment where it has the most advanced regulatory pathway
They can cause some side effects, like an upset stomach or diarrhea, and rarely, more serious issues like pancreatitis or thyroid problems