Only do this if your healthcare provider recommends it
It exists solely to let your body adjust to the GLP-1 and GIP receptor activation that tirzepatide triggers
Experts said they expected prices to eventually drop as new competition hits the market
Sick day rules Counsel on sick day rules and side effects upon initiation, and review patients understanding of how to identify features of acute illness periodically
GLP-1 receptor agonists may be a great option if you: Have a BMI over 30 , or over 27 with associated conditions like hypertension, insulin resistance, obstructive sleep apnea, or cardiovascular disease Have not achieved desired weight loss with diet and exercise alone Prefer a non-stimulant, heart-friendly alternative to older medications like phentermine Who Should Not Take a GLP-1
For patients with type 2 diabetes , stopping Mounjaro may lead to worsening glycaemic control