There are few medications that have this widespread use or consumer awareness, and we want our patients to be informed about both the potential benefits and risks. What Else Should We Know about GLP-1s
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Doctors also prescribe them for people with obesity or overweight with related health conditions, to help them lose weight
Cost-Effectiveness Analysis If tirzepatide produces 50% more weight loss than semaglutide (which clinical trials suggest), the cost per pound lost might actually be similar despite higher absolute cost: Semaglutide at $199: $96 per pound lost (based on trial averages) Tirzepatide at $349: potentially $105 per pound lost if weight loss is proportionally higher The medications are relatively comparable in cost-effectiveness, making the choice based more on individual response than pure cost considerations
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