Common Name: Tirzepatide
CAS Number: 2023788-19-2
Molecular Weight: 4813.45
Molecular Formula: C225H348N48O68
Tirzepatide is a novel, once weekly, dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist and is under development for the treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity.
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide-GLP-1 receptor agonist. Its structure is primarily based on the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide amino acid sequence and includes a C20 fatty diacid moiety. Its half-life of approximately 5 days allows once-weekly subcutaneous administration. A phase 2b trial involving patients with type 2 diabetes showed that those who received tirzepatide had dose-dependent reductions in the glycated hemoglobin level and weight at 26 weeks.
● Delays how quickly our stomachs digest food. Leading to a feeling of fullness and satisfaction with smaller meal sizes.
● Slows intestinal motility so you will feel fuller longer after meals.
● Dual action receptor allows for lower blood sugars, in part by reducing the production of sugar in the liver.
● Stimulates insulin secretion by the pancreas.
● GIP increases energy expenditure, resulting in weight loss reductions.
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Throw away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.
