Despite knowledge of obesity-related complications in younger adults (increased risk of type 2 diabetes, liver and cardiovascular disease and malignancy), these considerations may be outweighed, in older adults, by concerns regarding weight-loss induced reduction in skeletal muscle and bone mass, and the awareness of the obesity paradox
Over time, the costs add up: Patches may look affordable compared to prescription GLP-1 medications, which can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars each month
Many people notice them slowly over time rather than overnight
Whilst these mechanisms contribute to improved glycaemic control and weight management, they also produce the characteristic gastrointestinal symptoms
Hypoglycemia: Tirzepatide can lower blood sugar levels, and if used in combination with other blood sugar-lowering medications like insulin or sulfonylureas, there is a risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Reach out to your clinician if a reaction is more than mild or is not settling as expected