These medications help people lose weight by suppressing appetite and slowing digestion, leading to lower food intake and, subsequently, significant weight reduction
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Phase 3 trials extended to 68 weeks confirmed continued weight loss (28.7% at 68 weeks vs 24.2% at 48 weeks on the 12mg dose)
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Serious adverse events requiring immediate medical attention include: Pancreatitis: Severe abdominal pain, sometimes radiating to the back, with or without vomiting Gallbladder disease: Right upper quadrant pain, nausea, vomiting Acute kidney injury: Decreased urine output, swelling, fatigue Thyroid C-cell tumors (boxed warning for tirzepatide): Neck mass, difficulty swallowing, persistent hoarseness Metabolic considerations include the risk of hypoglycemia, particularly in patients with type 2 diabetes taking other glucose-lowering medications