If proven safe and effective, these patches may offer a more convenient, less invasive option for people who use GLP-1 medications in the future.
Tirzepatide is still at 2.5mg, its sub-therapeutic starting dose, and hasn't reached the levels that drive meaningful appetite suppression
Stay at current dose until eating improves enough to meet minimums
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Research suggests that individuals with BED may be at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to the potential weight gain resulting from binge eating behaviors
dose escalation may take up to 8 weeks: Week 1: Inject 0.6 mg subcutaneously once a day Week 2: Inject 1.2 mg subcutaneously once a day Week 3: Inject 1.8 mg subcutaneously once a day Week 4: Inject 2.4 mg subcutaneously once a day Week 5: Inject 3 mg subcutaneously once a day Maintenance dose : 2.4 or 3 mg subcutaneously once a day If maintenance dose is not tolerated, discontinuation is recommended