When tirzepatide activates GIP receptors, several things happen
This promotes thermogenesis, further contributing to weight loss and improvements in body composition [2]
This month alone, South Africa has seen the arrival of the first generic semaglutide, plans for lower-cost authorised versions of Ozempic, regulatory action against compounded products and a growing pipeline of generic applications before the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)
Emergency treatment for anaphylaxis includes intramuscular adrenaline, oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids, and antihistamines (as an adjunctive treatment only), followed by a period of observation in hospital (typically at least 6 hours, and potentially longer if severe or if there are risk factors for a biphasic reaction)
The pricing is genuinely competitive, especially the flat-rate model that does not penalize higher doses