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Tirzepatide subcutaneous injection for type 2 diabetes

24th March 2024 by Dr Louise Hudman

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Tirzepatide subcutaneous injection for type 2 diabetes

NICE released guidance on the use of tirzepatide for diabetes in October 2023.

What is tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide is an agonist at both the GLP-1 receptor (glucagon-like peptide 1) and the GIP receptor (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide). Stimulation of these receptors causes an increase in the release of GLP-1 and GIP and these in turn cause an increased release of insulin, a reduced glucagon release and delayed gastric emptying.

It both improves diabetes control and increases weight loss.

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