Biomed Pharmacother 181:117668
The half-life of these drugs varies widely (see table below) from two weeks with the extended-release form of exenatide (Bydureon Bcise), which is injected weekly, to thirteen hours for the daily injected liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda)
The dual agonism of tirzepatide produces more pronounced appetite suppression and faster weight loss, which can lead to a more dramatic caloric deficit and potentially more acute fatigue during the initial adjustment period
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