In addition, tirzepatide also works as an agonist of another similar hormone in the body glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), which may provide additional benefit over other GLP-1 medications
The active compound is tirzepatide, a synthetic peptide that acts as a dual agonist at both the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR) and the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R)
No matter where you inject, make sure to change your Tirzepatide injection spot every week
Eat your largest meal during your window of highest appetite, whatever that happens to be for you
They also target signals between the gut and the brain that control appetite and feelings of fullness, and by slowing how fast the stomach empties
This starting dose is not intended for meaningful appetite suppression in most people