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One of the more recent representatives of this drug class, and the one that has been shown to exert a superior effect to GLP-1 receptor agonists in humans, is LY3298176/tirzepatide, a synthetic linear peptide molecule containing 39 amino acids (Fig
Encourage open dialogue to address concerns, clarify expectations, and confirm understanding
These hormones help the body produce more insulin when needed and reduce the amount of glucose being produced by the liver when its not needed
Similarly, patients on tirzepatide may encounter periods where weight loss seems to stall , and understanding the difference between a temporary plateau and true treatment failure helps prevent premature discontinuation
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