In a clinical study, the 5mg maintenance dose helped patients achieve an average of 15% weight loss after 72 weeks of treatment and has been a powerful tool for millions of people with obesity looking to lose weight and keep it off." Lilly has created a new self-pay pharmacy component of LillyDirect where patients with a valid, on-label prescription from the health care provider of their choice can purchase the vials
Patients should never hesitate to call the doctor immediately or the Poison Control center if they experience any alarming symptoms or other side effects
They are typically taken daily, allowing the medication to enter the bloodstream through the mucous membranes of the mouth
Improved Metabolic Health Beyond weight loss, Tirzepatide offers additional health benefits, including improved blood sugar control, reduced blood pressure, and a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes
If the needle goes too deep or hits a vein, bruising can occur