For example, the average cost of Mounjaro for patients without insurance can range from $1,000 to $1,200 per month for diabetes treatment, and Zepbound for weight loss is similarly priced
As the first-in-class glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, Tirzepatide 5mg represents a major advancement in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults
These medications can reduce vitamin B12 absorption over time by slowing gastric emptying and altering gut bacteria composition
Notable examples include short-acting agents such as exenatide and lixisenatide, as well as long-acting formulations like semaglutide, dulaglutide, and liraglutide
Katrina Wilhelm, ND is a board-certified naturopathic physician with a passion for functional medicine