Tirzepatide is a synthetically created hormone primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes. However, more recently it has been found to have a secondary application in helping its users to lose excess weight.
 
Mounjaro tirzepatide is a combination of two peptides: a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). GLP-1 and GIP are incretin hormones that are released after eating and affect how the body feels both hunger and satiation. These hormones affect the hypothalamus region of the brain which is responsible for issuing our hunger and fullness cues.
 
When this combination hormone is injected into skin and distributed via the blood stream, it helps stabilize blood sugar levels, reduces hunger, and increases feelings of satiation. Tirzepatide promotes a feeling of fullness by delaying gastric emptying, meaning that food stays in the stomach for longer before moving into the intestine. This activates the satiety centers of the brain, which reduces the craving for food and makes it more likely you won’t want to eat again for a longer period of time.

Mounjaro tirzepatide is a once-weekly injection that works by mimicking the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) in the body.
 
It signals the pancreas to release insulin after a meal and also slows down the amount of glucose the liver makes. This triggers the satiation center of the brain, allowing the body to feel full and satiated, while also delaying feelings of hunger from reoccurring as quickly. It also keeps food in your stomach for a longer period of time, delaying gastric emptying, making it so you feel full longer. This ensures that you will eat less and will also help you from overeating.
 
While these injections have been shown to garner weight-loss results on their own, they’re most effective when used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise regime.

When used in combination with diet and exercise, mounjaro tirzepatide can both lower blood sugar levels and lead to significant weight loss. It is a safe and relatively pain-free option for those with diabetes, as well as those without.
 
Mounjaro tirzepatide is beneficial for weight loss as it:
• Delays gastric emptying
• Reduces feelings of hunger and increases feelings of satiation
• Prevents overeating
 
Unlike other injectable weight loss medications that only mimic one incretin (GLP-1), mounjaro tirzepatide replicates two (GLP-1 and GIP) which has been found to encourage higher rates of weight loss.

The FDA has approved injection treatment for individuals that have diabetes and/or who have a BMI of 27 or above. It may also be prescribed for those with diabetes who have a weight-related disease that requires treatment. These injections are meant to be used alongside a healthy diet and a regular exercise routine to maximize your results and to ensure their longevity.
 
Your primary care physician will be able to talk you through if mounjaro tirzepatide injections are right for you. You can also reach out to our weight loss physicians at Integrated HealthCare of South Florida, as our team is always happy to help field any questions that you may have. We are committed to providing the best quality of care from the start of your weight loss journey to the end. Contact us today or book in for an appointment online at your earliest convenience. We serve patients from Coral Springs FL, Coconut Creek FL, Margate FL, Parkland FL, Tamarac FL, Boca Raton FL, Sunrise FL, Lauderdale Lakes FL, and nearby areas.