They work by mimicking the natural GLP-1 hormone, which helps regulate blood sugar, appetite, and satiety
Trudeau LE, El Mestikawy S
Diethylpropion Another short-term appetite suppressant, diethylpropion, is taken one to three times daily and costs between $40 and $85 per month
Practical handling: leave the pen out only during injection prep, then return it to the fridge
What if that simple sugar were already approved as a food additive so it could be added to food products like shakes, bars, oatmeal, and granola, making it realistic to take it for a lifetime
This data provides a meaningful window into what long-term tirzepatide use looks like in a clinical setting, and the safety profile remained consistent across the duration of the trial