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title: "How does tirzepatide work? Mechanism explained"
description: "Tirzepatide works by activating GIP and GLP-1 receptors to reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying, and improve blood sugar control, after clinician review."
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# How does tirzepatide work? Mechanism explained

> Tirzepatide works by activating GIP and GLP-1 receptors to reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying, and improve blood sugar control, after clinician review.

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