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Rajesh R., consultant - vitreo-retina and ocular oncology at Sankara Eye Hospital, said while these drugs are effective, awareness of potential risks is crucial
Gastric acid can build up without food to buffer it, leading to increased feelings of queasiness
Both medications trigger insulin release only when blood sugar is elevated (glucose-dependent mechanism), but the dual GIP/GLP-1 action of tirzepatide appears to provide even tighter glucose regulation without driving blood sugar dangerously low
These effects result from delayed gastric emptying and are usually mild to moderate in severity
When tirzepatide is discontinued, patients can expect several physiological changes as the medication's effects gradually diminish