Phentermine (injection form, less common) appetite suppressant, short-term use only Of these, semaglutide and tirzepatide are the clear frontrunners in 2025
Choose Tirzepatide if: You are looking for the maximum possible weight loss and blood sugar reduction
Getting started is straightforward: schedule a telehealth visit, discuss your medical history and lipid panel results, and if appropriate, begin treatment immediately
Nausea typically lessens significantly by weeks 2-3 as your body adjusts to the medication
One of the biggest reasons people become discouraged is expecting immediate results
Unlike older weight loss medications, GLP-1 receptor agonists operate through hormone signaling rather than delayed gastric emptying caused by food presence