Under a fiber-rich diet, gut microbiota metabolize undigested dietary fiber into SCFAs (acetate, propionate, and butyrate), affecting host metabolism and immunity
You will have scheduled check-ins to discuss how you are feeling, any side effects (which are typically minimal at microdose levels), changes in appetite or energy, and whether a dose adjustment is appropriate
Adverse events in the Phase 2 trial were consistent with the incretin drug class: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea were the most common, predominantly mild to moderate and concentrated during dose titration
The VA formulary includes tirzepatide (as Zepbound) for weight management under specific clinical criteria
Its derived from the naturally occurring peptide in the bodys gastric juice