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This brings me to my last point

In mid to late 2025, around 12.4% of US adults reported taking a GLP-1 medicine specifically for weight loss, up from 5.8% in February 2024, according to Gallup survey data of more than 15,000 adults

Strict calorie counting isn't required because tirzepatide's appetite suppression naturally reduces intake

Any off-label use should be approached cautiously, ideally within clinical trials, and discussed thoroughly with healthcare providers

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It is particularly important to disclose any concomitant insulin or sulfonylurea therapy due to increased hypoglycemia risk, and any history of bovine insulin use (which is an indefinite deferral criterion in the US)