What is Tirzepatide and what are its approved uses in the United States?

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Topic
Tirzepatide is a once-weekly molecule that acts on GIP and GLP-1 receptors, and it has received approval for specific conditions in the U.S.
Answer
Tirzepatide is a first-in-class, once-weekly single molecule that activates both the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptors. In the US, it is approved as an adjunct to diet and physical activity for the treatment of adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D), obesity, overweight with at least one weight-related comorbid condition, or moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea.
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