Question

A 52-year-old with type 2 diabetes and BMI 36 kg/m² asks about tirzepatide for weight management. What is a key counseling point?

Accepted Answer

Can produce substantial weight loss but requires ongoing therapy and lifestyle; GI side effects are common

Answer

Not approved for obesity

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Safe in pregnancy

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No need to monitor for pancreatitis symptoms

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Causes weight gain

Practice question

A 52-year-old with type 2 diabetes and BMI 36 kg/m² asks about tirzepatide for weight management. What is a key counseling point?