Joel Jahraus, MD, vice president of Medical Services at Monte Nido & Affiliates, who wasnt part of the research team, added that its always best to speak with a healthcare provider before taking GLP-1RAs
The metabolic effects of tirzepatide interact with the hormonal environment created by estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone replacement
For patients planning pregnancy, semaglutide should be discontinued at least 2 months before a planned pregnancy due to the long half-life, while tirzepatide may persist for approximately 1 month
If youre considering keeping the pregnancy, your provider can help you figure out the best way to manage your blood sugar and weight gain safely
Kidney Int 80(3):282287 Funding The study medication was provided by Boehringer Ingelheim