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While both medications are generally well tolerated, they can cause adverse reactions particularly during the early stages of treatment or when doses are increased
Those with a history of gastroparesis, GERD, inflammatory bowel disease, or previous gastrointestinal surgery may experience more pronounced symptoms and should have a lower threshold for seeking medical advice
Specifically, effect estimates (MD [95% CI]) for tirzepatide 15 mg vs semaglutide 2.0 mg, tirzepatide 10 mg vs semaglutide 1.0 mg, and tirzepatide 5 mg vs semaglutide 0.5 mg were, respectively, as follows: 3.87 mmol/mol (8.22 to 0.48)
Some of the newer drugs also mimic GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) or even glucagon receptors , offering an even broader metabolic impact
The cost of Ozempic (Semaglutide) starts at around $915 per injection pen without insurance, varying by dosage, number of pens, and pharmacy selection