Tirzepatide
Also: Mounjaro · Zepbound
Dual-agonist successor to semaglutide — larger average weight loss in trials.
Evidence
established
Legal status
rx only
Half-life
~5 days
Routes
subq
What it is
Tirzepatide acts on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, producing greater average weight loss than semaglutide in head-to-head studies. It is approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
Mechanism
Dual GLP-1 + GIP receptor agonist. Produces deeper appetite suppression and metabolic improvements than GLP-1 alone.
Outcomes it's matched to
- STRENGTH96%
- STRENGTH55%
Safety
GI side effects common. Same MTC warning as semaglutide.
- MTC history
- MEN-2
- Pregnancy
Legal context
Prescription medication.