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However, newer medications target multiple metabolic hormones: GLP-1 drugs (single-hormone): semaglutide medications like Wegovy and Ozempic Dual-agonist drugs: tirzepatide medications like Mounjaro and Zepbound (target GLP-1 and GIP receptors) Triple-agonist drugs: retatrutide (targets GLP-1, GIP and glucagon receptors) Researchers believe stimulating multiple hormone pathways may produce stronger effects on appetite, metabolism and energy expenditure
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For instance, Zepbound vials through LillyDirect cost between $299 and $449 per month, while Wegovy via NovoCare Pharmacy is around $349 per month - significantly less than retail prices that can exceed $1,000