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On the other hand, tirzepatide for long-term weight loss has shown similar success
Most patients lose between 5 and 12 pounds in the first 6 weeks on Ozempic, depending on their starting dose, diet changes, and individual metabolism
Individuals need to focus on eating a diet containing a variety of whole foods, including fruits, whole grains, vegetables, lean protein, and more
This difference by type 2 diabetes status reflects the fact that approved doses differ for chronic weight management versus treatment of type 2 diabetes, where doses for type 2 diabetes can typically start off lower and only increase if deemed necessary