Additionally, we ensured that both the non-GLP-1 RA and GLP-1 RA treatment cohorts had similar mean follow-up times (75.9 months, SD = 37.5 and 75.8 months, SD = 37.9, respectively) to control for lead-time bias
Tirzepatide is a dual agonist targeting both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, improving insulin sensitivity and promoting fullness, leading to superior weight losssome patients lose over 20%, with an average of 15%
Additionally, this medication works on the GLP-1 receptors in the pancreas, brain, and gastrointestinal tract, triggering several weight loss mechanisms such as appetite suppression, delayed gastric emptying, increased satiety, reduced fat absorption, and increased metabolism
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