Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide

You may have already heard the news through social media, but we now offer our patients Tirzepatide along with our flagship Semaglutide treatment.

There is a lot of talk surrounding this treatment, so I wanted to take a moment to share some educational information about the differences between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.

Let's discuss how Tirzepatide may be a helpful option for those who have plateaued in their semaglutide treatment.

What is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide belongs to a class of drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, which mimic the effects of the GLP-1 hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate blood sugar levels by increasing insulin secretion, decreasing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying. As a result, it can lead to reduced appetite and subsequent weight loss.

What is Tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide (the active ingredient in Mounjaro®) is a newer medication that combines the effects of two types of incretin hormones: GLP-1 and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide). By activating both the GLP-1 and GIP receptors, Tirzepatide offers a dual approach to managing blood sugar levels and promoting weight loss. This dual action can provide enhanced benefits compared to GLP-1 receptor agonists alone.

Key Differences Between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide

Efficacy:

Studies have shown that Tirzepatide can be more effective in reducing HbA1c levels and promoting weight loss than Semaglutide.

This makes Tirzepatide a powerful option for those needing more significant results.

Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide For A1c, Weight Loss in Indirect Comparison of Clinical Trial Data September 25, 2023 By Patrick Campbell

Are you experiencing a plateau?

Many patients experience excellent results with Semaglutide initially but may hit a plateau over time.

If you find your weight loss or blood sugar control has stagnated with Semaglutide, Tirzepatide might be a beneficial alternative.

Its dual-action mechanism can help break through the plateau and provide continued progress.

If you have been using Semaglutide and have noticed a plateau in your weight loss or blood sugar management, it might be worth considering a switch to Tirzepatide.

Please feel free to reach out to myself or the team at contact@freyameds.com if you would like to switch your prescription.

Please note that Tirzepatide is a more expensive treatment at $390/month.