Skitzki JJ, Repasky EA, Evans SS
Disha Narang, an endocrinologist and director of obesity medicine at Endeavor Health
It considers: Your health history Hormonal profile Underlying conditions Lifestyle and daily stressors Your long-term vision of success Whether youre exploring semaglutide because of stubborn post-pregnancy weight or choosing tirzepatide to address metabolic syndrome, your treatment is uniquely yours
Formulations should incorporate stabilizing technologies (such as ethosomes or encapsulation systems) to reduce irritation potential while enhancing permeation without overwhelming the skin barrier
While it was originally only used to treat diabetes, tirzepatide has been proven to help people lose weight and is now being prescribed under specific brand names for this purpose
As with many first-generation medications, liraglutide is slightly less effective and has slightly more side effects than semaglutide