Meena Agarwal Meena Agarwal Asked 8 months ago

Is tirzepatide approved for weight loss?

I've heard about a new injection called tirzepatide for weight loss. Is it officially approved for that purpose here or internationally? I'm trying to find effective ways to manage my weight.

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Nisha Chawla Nisha Chawla Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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I completely understand how stressful it is to look for weight loss solutions when nothing else seems to work. Yes, tirzepatide is FDA approved for weight loss under the brand name Zepbound, but please consult an endocrinologist first to see if it is safe for you.

Rajiv Nambiar Rajiv Nambiar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I cannot give medical advice, but I have been using tirzepatide for a few months under my doctor's supervision. It has significantly reduced my appetite, and yes, it is approved for chronic weight management.

Rama Devi Rama Devi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

These new medicines are approved for weight loss, but they can have side effects like nausea and acidity. I always prefer natural portion control and active walking, but for severe cases, definitely consult a top doctor before starting.

Manpreet Kaur Manpreet Kaur Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My young adult son struggled with severe obesity-related health issues and our doctor discussed tirzepatide with us. It is officially approved for weight loss now, but please make sure a qualified doctor monitors the dosage and side effects.

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Sandeep Banerjee Sandeep Banerjee Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it is approved, but keep in mind that these injections are extremely expensive and not easily covered by normal insurance in India. You also need to budget for regular doctor visits and thyroid/kidney blood tests.

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Yes, tirzepatide has FDA approval for weight loss under the name Zepbound. It is highly effective but don't buy it off the counter. Go see an endocrinologist in a proper hospital and get a prescription.

Pooja Malhotra Pooja Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

It is approved for weight loss, but it works best when paired with lifestyle changes. If your doctor allows, try to incorporate a 45-minute daily walk or some strength training to preserve muscle mass while losing weight.

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Aditya Goel Aditya Goel Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, the US FDA approved tirzepatide for weight loss under the name Zepbound. It shows great results in clinical trial data synced on my health apps, but it still requires a proper medical prescription to buy.

Rohan Joshi Rohan Joshi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, it is approved for weight loss and apparently it completely kills your midnight biryani cravings! But since it is a serious prescription drug, you must talk to an expert doctor instead of trying to get it online.

Kiran Deshmukh Kiran Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, tirzepatide is approved for weight loss. From my experience with weight management, these drugs only work long-term if you also fix your diet and sleeping patterns, otherwise you will gain it all back once you stop.

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