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Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) is sometimes discussed separately because it is a dual agonist

Tirzepatide has shown even greater efficacy, with some patients losing up to 20% of their body weight

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When used as medication, GLP-1 RAs increase insulin production when blood sugar is high, reduce the amount of glucagon (a hormone that raises blood sugar), slow digestion, and increase feelings of fullness

Higher doses do not mean speedy results