In that study, tirzepatide demonstrated an average weight loss of approximately 20% of body weight, while semaglutide came in at around 14%
Brand Names (Mounjaro & Zepbound): Mounjaro is FDA-approved for managing type 2 diabetes Zepbound is FDA-approved specifically for chronic weight management Typical cost: $1,000-$1,400 per month without insurance Often subject to supply shortages and insurance restrictions Compounded Tirzepatide (What We Primarily Use): Same active ingredient, compounded by licensed pharmacies More affordable: typically $300-$500 per month More readily available without supply chain issues Allows for flexible dosing tailored to your needs At Peak Performance, we primarily prescribe compounded Tirzepatide because it offers the same clinical results at a more accessible price point
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It is best known for working with calcium in your body to help build and maintain strong bones
The Room Temp Debacle: Leaving a vialeither lyophilized or, even worse, reconstitutedout on a lab bench for hours or a weekend is a death sentence for the peptide