Tirzepatide data comes from the SURMOUNT-1 trial with 2,539 participants over 72 weeks
Storage is often the hidden culprit behind inconsistent results
These common issues can cause low magnesium levels, which can trigger muscle spasms, including eye twitching
Niazi explains that tirzepatide is a newer dual-agonist that targets both the GLP-1 receptor and the GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptor, which he says offers superior metabolic regulation and appetite suppression. Mounjaro is currently FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes, and Zepbound is also FDA-approved for weight loss
J Clin Invest 124: 2456-2463, 2014
Lyophilised peptide powders are typically stored at 20C (or 80C if protocol-specified) in original, sealed amber vials to preserve stability