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Most advanced weight loss drug reaches India: What is Tirzepatide?
short by / on Thursday, 25 July, 2024
Eli Lilly's Tirzepatide, a GLP1 + GIP receptor agonist combination drug, has been approved by India's CDSCO for type 2 diabetes and obesity treatment. It promotes satiety and better glucose absorption, helping to prevent insulin resistance, a precursor to pre-diabetes and diabetes. However, tirzepatide requires a weekly dose of 10–12 milligrams, which may not be sustainable for most people.
read more at The Quint