titrating tirzepatide Back to routine postings! Here's a high level overview of tirzepatide. 💊 is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists. GIP & GLP-1 are both incretins, so some refer to this drug as Tirzepatide Dosing Chart: Weekly Guide

Both are administered via weekly subcutaneous injections, but their licensed indications differ

B12 (as methylcobalamin) acts as a cofactor in the methylation cycle itself

Freezing destroys the peptide structure and renders the medication ineffective

The new class of GLP-1 drugs - built around compounds that mimic hormones involved in appetite and blood-sugar regulation - are generally considered safe

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Yesterday, (01/09/23) the American Academy of Pediatrics came out with their formal recommended that children as young as 12 years old be treated with weight loss drugs (and weight loss surgery for children as young as 13)