For example, according to a study of over 41,000 adults with obesity, people taking tirzepatide: Were nearly twice as likely to lose at least 5% of their body weight than those taking semaglutide Were more than twice as likely to lose at least 10% of their body weight, and more than three times as likely to lose at least 15% of their body weight
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This formulary-driven shift in obesity treatment patterns has important implications for patients
They affect the growth of various tissues, including muscle, bone, and collagen
Protocol Quick-Reference Lean mass preservation during GLP-1 agonist weight loss therapy Dosing Amount 200-400 mg Frequency Subcutaneous injection (dosing interval not publicly specified) Duration 26-week weight-loss phase followed by 26-week maintenance Administration Route SC Schedule Periodic subcutaneous injection (interval not disclosed) Timing Administered in combination with semaglutide 2.4 mg SC weekly in the COURAGE trial