Front Psychiatry
Tirzepatide, a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management, commonly causes gastrointestinal effects including nausea, diarrhea, and constipation
Beyond glycemic control, these medications initially slow gastric emptying, though this effect may diminish over time with long-acting formulations
Scientific interest has focused on how combined receptor activity may affect appetite signaling, energy balance, glucose regulation, insulin-related pathways, and lipid metabolism
It is important to note that at the beginning of each study, researchers should start with a low daily dose and increase the liraglutide dosage over the course of five weeks to prevent side effects
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