In SURMOUNT-5, a head-to-head trial against semaglutide 2.4mg (Wegovy), tirzepatide produced 47% greater weight loss (20.2% vs 13.7%)
Phentermine is a prescription medication that functions as a central nervous system stimulant, similar in nature to an amphetamine
It requires zinc for biological activity
Avoid stimulant laxatives as a first choice because long-term use can create dependency, though they are effective for occasional, temporary relief
Its common adverse reactions are similar to other GLP-1 drugs, primarily consisting of gastrointestinal issues (nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, etc.), which are mostly mild to moderate and typically decrease over time
Independent testing by Finnrick of two 5mg vial samples showed 99.93% and 99.74% purity, suggesting those specific vials contained legitimate semaglutide