Suppress inappropriate glucagon secretion: reduce hepatic glucose output when blood sugar is high
Novo Nordisk remains confident in the benefit-risk profile of our GLP-1 medicines, when used consistent with their indications and product labeling. Michael Jamison, a spokesperson for Eli Lilly sent a statement: Patient safety is Lillys top priority, and we actively monitor, evaluate, and report safety information for all our medicines
Injection therapies have the most consistent trial timelines for expected results
Almdal TP, Heindorff H, Bardram L, Vilstrup H
The SURMOUNT-1 trial reported the following side effect rates among participants taking tirzepatide: Nausea: up to 20% of participants Diarrhea: approximately 16% Constipation: approximately 11% Decreased appetite: this is expected and often the desired mechanism of action Vomiting: approximately 6 to 9% Injection site reactions: mild, infrequent Most side effects peak during the first one to two weeks after each dose increase and then gradually subside as the body adapts