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Compare Imcivree vs. Zepbound

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  • Imcivree (setmelanotide)
    Zepbound (tirzepatide)
  • Imcivree (setmelanotide)
    Zepbound (tirzepatide)

  • Summary of Imcivree vs. Zepbound

    Summary for Melanocortin agonist
    Prescription only

    Imcivree (setmelanotide) is an injectable medication for people over the age of 2 with certain rare genetic conditions. It's FDA approved to help with obesity in people with Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS). It can also help with obesity in people with POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR deficiency. Imcivree (setmelanotide) works as a melanocortin agonist. It lessens appetite and makes the body use up more energy, which leads to weight loss. This medication is injected under the skin once a day. Side effects include injection site reactions and nausea. There are also serious risks of depression and suicidal thoughts.

    Summary for GIP and GLP-1 agonist
    Prescription only

    Zepbound (tirzepatide) is an injectable medication that's used along with diet and exercise. It helps with weight loss in adults who meet criteria for weight management therapy. It's also approved to treat moderate-to-severe sleep apnea. This medication belongs to the drug class called GIP and GLP-1 agonists. The dosage is 1 injection under the skin once a week. Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and injection site reactions. Zepbound (tirzepatide) is only available as a brand-name medication.

  • Indications of Imcivree vs. Zepbound

    Indications for
    •Long-term weight management in people ages 2 years and older with obesity due to certain genetic conditions:
    •POMC deficiency
    •PCSK1 deficiency
    •Leptin receptor (LEPR) deficiency
    •Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)
    Indications for

    In addition to a balanced diet and exercise plan:

    •Weight loss and long-term weight management in adults considered obese or overweight with at least one weight-related condition (e.g., high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes)
    •Moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults considered obese

  • Pros and Cons of Imcivree vs. Zepbound

    Pros and Const for Melanocortin agonist
    Pros
    •First treatment of its kind for obesity caused by rare genetic conditions (POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR deficiency, and BBS)
    •Approved for children as young as 2 years old
    Cons
    •Must give as an injection under the skin
    •Has a risk of depression or unusual changes in mood, behavior, and thoughts
    Pros and Const for GIP and GLP-1 agonist
    Pros
    •Injected once a week
    •Can take with or without food
    •Different strengths available, so it's adjustable depending on your needs
    Cons
    •Must be injected under the skin
    •Can cause bothersome side effects, like nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain
    •Can't use with other tirzepatide products (Mounjaro) or with other GLP-1 agonists

  • Common Side Effects of Imcivree vs. Zepbound

    Common Side Effects for
    •Darkening or discoloration of the skin (63%)
    •Injection site reaction (e.g., redness, itchiness, swelling, pain, bruising; 51%)
    •Nausea (26%)
    •Unplanned penile erections (25%)
    •Vomiting (19%)
    •Diarrhea (14%)
    •Moles (new, larger, or darker ones; 14%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (25-29%)
    •Diarrhea (19-23%)
    •Constipation (11-17%)
    •Vomiting (8-13%)
    •Stomach pain (9-10%)
    •Indigestion (9-10%)

  • Warnings of Imcivree vs. Zepbound

    Common Side Effects for
    •Problems with sexual function
    •Depression and suicidal thoughts
    •Allergic reactions
    •Darkening of your skin or moles and appearance of new moles
    •Risk of serious side effects in newborns and low birth weight babies
    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of thyroid cancer
    •Stomach problems
    •Kidney damage
    •Gallbladder problems
    •Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
    •Allergic reactions
    •Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
    •Eye problems in people with Type 2 diabetes (diabetic retinopathy)
    •Possible risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior
    •Lung problems during general anesthesia or deep sedation

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