The gut-derived incretin hormone glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) is secreted upon meal ingestion and controls glucose metabolism by modulating pancreatic islet cell function, food intake and gastrointestinal motility, amongst other effects
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A pre-bed dose, taken once the stomach has emptied, is timed to reinforce that nocturnal pulse
As with all medications that affect gastrointestinal function and motility, Mounjaro can produce various digestive symptoms, including changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics
It also has better absorption overall
Although there have been no head-to-head trials yet, tirzepatide could potentially lead to more significant weight loss with a comparable safety profile to semaglutide, according to an article in Frontiners in Endocrinology