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Tirzepatide Introduced in 2022 under the brand name Mounjaro, Tirzepatide is a medication that combines the effects of GIP (Glucose-Dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide) and GLP-1 receptor agonists

By combining the two drugs, researchers were hoping to preserve muscle mass during weight loss

A four-week supply of the 2.5 mg vials will be priced at $399, and a similar supply of the 5 mg vials at $529 about half what a months supply of other GLP-1 obesity meds cost

DPP-4i have been associated with a reduction in atherosclerosis and inflammation in several studies utilizing animal models [7880]

Beyond these metabolic effects, GLP-1RAs may exert direct actions on the cardiovascular system, including improved endothelial function, reduced inflammation, and modulation of atherosclerotic processes [4]