Early trial data suggests retatrutide may lead to greater average weight loss than tirzepatide because it works on three pathways instead of two
These medications last longer in the body (4-6 hours) and may cause fewer motor fluctuations, but they tend to bring more psychiatric side effects like hallucinations and compulsive behaviors
Stopping the medication suddenly on your own isnt a good idea because it could impact your ability to keep the weight off and stay healthy
Ogose A, Hotta T, Morita T, Higuchi T, Umezu H, Imaizumi S, et al
Gut Check While most compounded versions are injectables like the drugs theyre replicating, oral versions are increasingly visible in the market
Patients with existing heart rhythm disorders should discuss GLP-1 therapy with their cardiologist before starting