At Alevizos Medical, Dr. John Alevizos is leading the medical field in helping patients discover whole-body health strategies that work for a lifetime. For many patients in Southern California, weight management is a top concern, especially as they age.
Mounjaro® is one of the names on everyone’s lips when they ask about weight loss, and with good reason. It has helped many adults lose significant weight without constantly feeling hungry, deprived, or stressed. Read on to learn exactly what this drug does and how it helps people keep weight off.
Mounjaro is an injectable Type 2 diabetes drug that has remarkable results in stabilizing blood sugar. Up to 90% of adults taking the drug achieve an A1C level of 7% or lower over 40 weeks.
Although that’s already impressive — and a tremendous advantage for whole-person health in people with diabetes — Mounjaro also has another, even better-known, effect.
In studies, patients who took Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes management lost up to 25 pounds. This documented effect led to the FDA approval of tirzepatide (the active ingredient in Mounjaro) under the name brand Zepbound®.
Tirzepatide duplicates the action of two hormones that regulate both blood sugar and appetite. GLP-1 and GIP target two metabolic pathways simultaneously, providing weight loss benefits including:
You might have heard of other medications in this category, such as Ozempic® (semaglutide). Although known for its weight-loss benefits, multiple studies show that the average weight loss with tirzepatide, such as Mounjaro, is significantly greater than with semaglutide.
This is likely because tirzepatide targets two metabolic and appetite-regulating pathways in the brain and body, rather than just one.
A recent study from The Mayo Clinic showed that women taking tirzepatide alongside HRT experienced 3% more weight loss overall.
Combining HRT and tirzepatide helped 45% of menopausal participants lose 20% or more of their total body weight within 18 months, whereas 18% of women taking tirzepatide alone achieved that benchmark.
There’s no doubt that Mounjaro helps many patients reach their weight goals, but what about keeping the pounds off later?
Because Mounjaro is a Type 2 diabetes drug, it’s designed for long-term use. When used for weight loss, some patients may need to take it long term, but others may transition their dose down or stop taking it. That’s when you need a customized weight management plan.
Dr. Alevizos doesn’t just prescribe drugs and send you home. He works with you to optimize your health and longevity. Your new weight becomes your new set point (the place where your body is naturally comfortable).
Tirzepatide is particularly well known for helping many patients who have previously struggled to lose weight reset their body’s set point. Dr. Alevizos is here to guide you in both your weight loss and your lifetime of good health.
If you’re interested in trying a new, gentler, whole-body-focused approach to losing weight, tirzepatide could be a great choice. Call Alevizos Medical office in Irvine at 949-916-3600 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Alevizos.
