Tirzepatide is the MOST effective GLP1 medication currently on the market.  It is NOW available as a compounded peptide.
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What is Tirzepatide?
Tirzepatide is unique because it is the first dual action drug in it’s class. It acts as a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist and a glucose dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonist.  It is currently the MOST effective weight loss medication, it is now available in a compounded format.
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How does Tirzepatide work?
Tirzepatide is a dual action medication.  GLP-1 and GIP are both incretin hormones, which are hormones that are released after eating. Tirzepatide works by mimicking their effects including telling the pancreas to release insulin after eating and signaling the liver to lower the amount of glucose it’s making, which helps lower blood sugar. They also signal the brain to help slow down gastric emptying, decrease food intake and, modulate fat utilization which leads to weight loss.  It’s thought that because Tirzepatide acts like two incretins, it causes MORE weight loss than current alternatives. Tirzepatide helps you to eat less.  It also decreases cravings.  If metabolic dysfunction is a concern, Tirzepatide will make the difference in combating that making you successful in your weight loss journey.  Some medical concerns specifically that Tirzepatide can help with associated weight gain include PCOS, perimenopause and menopause.  
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How is Tirzepatide administered?
It is a quick, once weekly subcutaneous injection administered to the patient in the office. The medication dose starts low and is increased gradually as the patient tolerates it.
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How do I get started?
Call us today at 804-416-6673 to schedule your initial visit and first injection.  You can also request an appointment here.