Tirzepatide engages two receptors GLP-1 and GIP
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However, this slower digestion can disrupt your guts rhythm, leading to digestive issues like diarrhea, bloating, and nausea
[4] By contrast, patches often contain blends of herbal extracts, vitamins, amino acids, or stimulants marketed as supporting metabolism or boosting natural GLP-1 levels. This makes them dietary supplements rather than medications
Managing Uncomfortable Symptoms During Treatment GI symptoms can be managed through smaller, more frequent meals, avoiding fatty or spiced foods, staying well hydrated, and following the trial team's dose-escalation schedule
It is important to note that this figure comes from a relatively small Phase 2 study, and results from larger Phase 3 trials are needed before firm conclusions can be drawn