Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) are incretin hormones. Tirzepatide incorporates GIP, thus enhancing the insulinotropic effect that may provide ...
Gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) is a natural gut hormone that helps regulate blood sugar. When combined with glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in medications like Mounjaro and Zepbound (tirzepatide ...
If you live with obesity or type 2 diabetes, your doctor may have talked to you about GIP/GLP-1 agonist medications, such as tirzepatide (Mounjaro or Zepbound), which may help you lose weight. And ...