Researchers looked at the body composition changes produced by tirzepatide using MRI, which can distinguish contractile muscle from fat inside the muscle
They are generally not recommended for patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2), those who are pregnant or breastfeeding or planning pregnancy, patients with a known allergy to the medication, severe gastroparesis or serious digestive motility disorders, active pancreatitis or significant pancreatitis history, serious gallbladder disease, certain kidney conditions, or active eating disorder concerns
Rapid weight loss with GLP-1 medications cause lower intake of important nutrients and can deplete iron, zinc, vitamin D and biotin leves all critical for healthy hair follicles
Cell 186 , 27482764.e22 (2023)
PMID 22276680
David Berger, Pediatrician and TACA Physician Advisory Board member