Tirzepatide (Zepbound) - A New FDA-approved Treatment for Weight Loss. Complete Drug Review.

This video is a complete drug review of tirzepatide (Zepbound), the latest FDA-approved injectable weight loss medication for obese and overweight individuals. Tirzepatide is given as a once a week injection under the skin. It is the first “dual-agonist” weight loss drug because it mimics two incretin hormones in the body, GLP-1 and GIP. In a large clinical study involving non-diabetic obese patients, tirzepatide at a dose of 15 mg weekly demonstrated an 18% reduction in weight compared to placebo after 72 weeks of treatment. The dose must be slowly titrated upward to reach the target dose to reduce the incidence of gastrointestinal adverse effects. The cost of Zepbound is $1060 for a one month’s supply. Patients who are commercially insured may be eligible for a discounted price.

[@user-db2wj3yw2b]

I had almost no side effects and have lost over 50 lbs to date , a year

[@maggiemae6867]

Did you eat healthier right away and maybe that's why you didn't have any side effects? I'm getting ready to start this and I'm a little worried about the side effects. I don't eat much already and not a lot of sugar. Did you start slow and go higher in dose??

[@SiohvanSings]

It just came out in December though, so how have you been on it for a year?

[@pebbles1340]

Congratulations!

[@AM-yt6oz]

@@maggiemae6867 How have you done on Zepbound? I see your post was two months ago. I’m a bit mixed on taking it.

[@micheleparker7817]

I've been on Mounjaro for 3 months (just starting my 4th month). No side effects and have lost nearly 30 pounds. Very frustrated about the cost involved! I'm on Medicare and I'm NOT diabetic; therefore, I have to pay full price for the prescription. I just wish Eli Lilly would help out with some kind of co-pay!!! My blood pressure is down, I'm not longer officially "obese" and on the way to being a much healthier person!!!

[@susie2251]

Eli Lilly DOES help out. Go to their website immediately and sign up for savings card. It brings the price down from $1200 to $550. You might have to switch to brand Zepbound which is exactly the same thing as Mounjaro. Zepbound is the one for obesity.

[@hmf5328]

does that mean you are taking it continuously once a week over several months? I am interested in knowing for how long I can take this before I take a break

[@CaseyKCRichards]

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[@mrswiggles4790]

@michael Congratulations!!!

[@russelltindle3624]

Just talked to the doc and hopefully I get approved. I should have it in hand by this time next week. Thanks for the information you give. 🥤

[@thepharmeztutor716]

Thanks for watching my channel,

[@Renbacktome]

Did u get approved?

[@nenax24x]

Thank you!! Very informative. I didn't even know about the zepbound Savings program. I'm definitely going into this more informed.

[@thepharmeztutor716]

I’m glad the info was helpful!

[@JosieValdivieso]

very informative tutorial especially mechanism of action and application of the injection. THANK YOU

[@thepharmeztutor716]

You are welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed my video!

[@carololiver9283]

Great information thank you!

[@TB-zo6dv]

The medication is just too expensive🤨

[@valeriehairston8716]

Thank you….very detailed and informative.

[@thepharmeztutor716]

Glad it was helpful! And thanks for watching my channel!

[@HarveyCastroMD]

Great job

[@thepharmeztutor716]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@jenpw1525]

I tried Saxenda and had horrible anxiety attacks. My anxiety is linked to my hormones. Do you think Tirzepatide would work better for me?

[@hmf5328]

for how long can I take tirzepatide before I need to take a break?

[@MothersLovingArmsNursery]

Its on backorder for months now and no one can get it. DOn't count on finiding it at any pharmacy.

[@DCCooky]

Thanks

[@thepharmeztutor716]

Thank you for watching my channel!

[@user-gz6sq9li7v]

What happens if someone who is not obese takes Tirzepatide?

[@Sonia-cs2vw]

Side effects are BRUTAL!

[@valm124]

What were your symptoms like? Do you have a gallbladder?

[@mariacisneros3265]

Yes me too

[@brendanorton5732]

I am in 2.5 of Zepbound. It is my 3rd week and haven’t noticed much of a difference in my appetite or cravings. Is that normal at this dose? I had been on Wegovy for only one month at the starting dose and wasn’t hungry or having any cravings. I couldn’t continue the Wegovy due to the supply issue. Also, thank you for this very informative video.

[@thepharmeztutor716]

The 2.5 mg dose of Zepbound is for treatment initiation and not for weight loss management. You will probably need to titrate the dose up to at least 5 mg to achieve a response. It’s always best to ask these questions to your prescribing doctor to be sure in your specific case.

[@brendanorton5732]

@@thepharmeztutor716 thank you so much for your response and this excellent video ☺️

[@moniqueb387]

Same for me. I just finished my first month and haven't experienced any wl or side effects really besides fatigue and headache. I just moved up to 5mg. After my first week still nothing. Trying to remain hopeful but for this price I better see something soon.

[@lisawunder4177]

Side affects are absolutely the worst not sure I can do this been I. Bed for 3 days

[@user-cn7zc4hx2l]

Hi why is that if you don't mind me asking ?? My stomach started hurting been on day 3 on abdominal pain

[@user-rh3ez6ns2p]

My sister is taking this medicine - she is down about 15 lbs in 2 months BUT most of the time she is on the sofa SICK... She feels so bad she can't do anything for 3 to 4 days after the injection then she's OK, injects next and bam she feels awful for 3 to 4 days. How can she overcome this? Please help...

[@user-gr1gb8mz7d]

A lot of water daily. Lifting weight and eating clean

[@jannikoley9627]

Try doing 2 shots per week instead of all at once. Sunday and Wednesday works great for me as long as they are 3 days apart

[@shabrew2033]

What do you mean two shots per week.

[@LoveGodFirst101]

@@shabrew2033I think she meant split into two shots from one syringe.

[@MothersLovingArmsNursery]

what if I no longer have a thyroid?

[@jc10907Sealy]

I no longer have a thyroid. Mine was destroyed by radiation ablation after Graves’ disease. My endocrinologist did prescribe me outbound did not see any reason not to.

[@billy77511]

Does this work better than semaglutide ?

[@Renbacktome]

Apparently so. It works faster results losing weight and less harmful side effects to nome for some I'm going to try to get on it soon