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Tirzepatide

FDA Approved

Also: Mounjaro, Zepbound

🔥Dual Agonist (GLP-1/GIP)

How It Works

Dual receptor agonism at GLP-1 and GIP receptors for synergistic appetite suppression, improved insulin sensitivity, and enhanced metabolic function.

Primary Benefits

1Weight loss
2body recomposition
3glycemic control

Key Studies

Tirzepatide Phase 3 SURMOUNT-1: up to 22.5% weight loss

Jastreboff et al. (NEJM): Phase 3 SURMOUNT-1 trial tirzepatide 15mg achieved 22.5% body weight reduction vs 2.4% placebo at 72 weeks in 2,539 adults with obesity.

very strong

SURMOUNT-4: 176-week long-term weight maintenance

Aronne et al.: 176-week data showing sustained weight loss maintenance with continued tirzepatide treatment 15mg dose maintained -19.7% weight reduction.

very strong

Tirzepatide meta-analysis: BMI, weight, and metabolic outcomes

Meta-analysis of multiple RCTs confirming tirzepatide significantly reduces BMI, waist circumference, body weight, and HbA1c across diverse patient populations.

very strong

SURPASS program: tirzepatide in type 2 diabetes (Phase 3)

Frias et al. (NEJM): SURPASS-1 trial showing tirzepatide reduces HbA1c by up to 2.07% and body weight by 9.5 kg in type 2 diabetes. Superior to semaglutide in head-to-head trials.

very strong

Safety Notes

FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes (Mounjaro) and obesity (Zepbound). GI side effects common but manageable. Well-studied long-term safety.

Dosing Protocol

⚠️ For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before using any peptide.

RouteSubQ
Dose Range2500-15000 mcg
FrequencyWeekly
TimingAny day, same day each week
Cycle Length12-52 weeks

Start 2.5mg weekly, escalate every 4 weeks: 5mg → 7.5mg → 10mg → 12.5mg → 15mg. Prescription required.

Half-Life Visualization

⏱️ Half-Life: 5d

Plasma concentration over time
100%50%0%0t½ = 5d

Legal Status by Country

🇺🇸USA
FDA/TGA Approved
🇨🇦Canada
FDA/TGA Approved
🇬🇧UK
FDA/TGA Approved
🇪🇺EU
FDA/TGA Approved
🇦🇺Australia
FDA/TGA Approved

Last updated: 2026-01 · Laws change frequently. Verify current status in your jurisdiction.

Expected Timeline

Week 1

GI adjustment period; appetite suppression begins

Weeks 2-4

5-8% weight reduction at therapeutic dose

Month 2-3

15-20% body weight reduction at 15mg

Long-term

22.5% weight loss at 72 weeks (SURMOUNT-1); superior to semaglutide in head-to-head

Side Effects & Incidence

Side EffectIncidenceSeverity

Nausea

From SURMOUNT-1 Phase 3 trial

~32% of usersmoderate

Diarrhea

~23% of usersmild

Vomiting

~20% of usersmoderate

Constipation

~18% of usersmild

Hypoglycemia

Risk higher when combined with insulin

~5% of usersmoderate

Incidence rates sourced from published clinical trial data where available; otherwise based on community research observations.

Found in 2 Stacks

Body Recomposition Stack

Maximize fat loss while preserving or building lean muscle the gold standard for total body transformation

RetatrutideTirzepatideCJC-1295IpamorelinTesamorelin

Metabolic & Insulin Sensitivity Stack

Improve metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and cellular energy production

TirzepatideMOTS-cTesamorelinSS-31

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