Semaglutide and liraglutide target GLP-1 receptors, whereas tirzepatide targets both GLP-1 receptors and another gut hormone, GIP
Tolhurst G, Heffron H, Lam YS, Parker HE, Habib AM, Diakogiannaki E, Cameron J, Grosse J, Reimann F, and Gribble FM
Regardless of which drug you take, resistance training and adequate protein intake are non-negotiable for preserving muscle mass
INDICATION AND SAFETY SUMMARY WITH WARNINGS Zepbound (ZEHP-bownd) is an injectable prescription medicine that may help adults with obesity, or with excess weight (overweight) who also have weight-related medical problems, lose weight and keep it off
This means there are very few side effects that occur with one medication but not the other
Persistent or severe symptoms should be discussed with the prescribing physician