Weight loss is most effective when combined with a balanced diet and regular physical activity
There are serious risks to pregnancy when on these drugs, and women need to be monitored very closely, especially if they are trying to get pregnant, added Grifo, going on to explain that a medical endocrinologist who specializes in weight loss, diabetes, and endocrine issues would be the best choice for supervising your case
The efficacy of semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide in treating obesity may be promising for patients with POMC-MC4R pathway deficiency
An important consideration for patients of reproductive age is that Zepbound may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, particularly during initiation and dose escalation
While it does share tirzepatide with Mounjaro, Zepbound is specifically FDA-approved for weight management, distinguishing itself from Mounjaro, which is for type 2 diabetes