These medications are not yet standard of care for IIH
No Tirzepatide and Ozempic are different medications
GLP-1: GLP-1(7-36) & GLP(9-36) GLP-1 is an endocrine peptide hormone synthesized in multiple locations including: 1) L-cells located in the intestinal mucosa, 2) -cells found in the pancreatic islet, and 3) central neurons residing in the nucleus of the solitary tract, a region regulating appetite and digestion (D'Alessio, 2016)
Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) is administered as a subcutaneous injection once a week, and it is important to follow the dosing instructions provided by your healthcare provider
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To combat the muscle loss and severe fatigue associated with profound appetite suppression, MTC offers nutritional counseling and coaching to help you build a sustainable, protein-forward eating schedule