Methods A systematic literature search was conducted on PubMed and Embase (Ovid) databases using the search terms GLP-1 and pain
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Real-World Examples: 250-Pound Person: Average loss: 56 pounds (22.5%) Final weight: 194 pounds Timeline: 18-20 months 200-Pound Person: Average loss: 45 pounds (22.5%) Final weight: 155 pounds Timeline: 18-20 months 300-Pound Person: Average loss: 67 pounds (22.5%) Final weight: 233 pounds Timeline: 20-24 months Dosing Schedule: Standard Escalation: Weeks 1-4: 2.5 mg weekly (starting dose) Weeks 5-8: 5 mg weekly Weeks 9-12: 7.5 mg weekly Weeks 13-16: 10 mg weekly (if tolerating well) Weeks 17-20: 12.5 mg weekly (if needed) Week 21+: 15 mg weekly (maximum dose for weight loss) Flexible Dosing: Not everyone needs maximum 15 mg dose Many achieve excellent results at 10 mg Provider adjusts based on results and tolerance Can stay at effective dose rather than pushing to maximum Side Effects: Most Common: Nausea: 30-37% (lower than semaglutide despite higher potency) Diarrhea: 19-23% Vomiting: 9-17% Constipation: 10-17% Abdominal discomfort: 8-11% Interesting Finding: Despite being more potent, tirzepatide causes less nausea and vomiting than semaglutide

IGF-1 LR3 has an extended half-life compared to the endogenous IGF-1, making it a potent tool for research and potential applications in muscle hypertrophy
Taylor Kohn, M.D., is a fellow in male reproductive medicine and surgery at Baylor College of Medicine James Staheli, D.O., is the medical director for Broad Health and a family medicine doctor specializing in hormone treatment for men