Comparatively, Mounjaro (with the active ingredient tirzepatide) differs from semaglutide and is prescribed at different starting doses, which may contribute to more severe side effects for some individuals
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However, Wegovy is currently more widely available in the UK
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The drug, which was originally created to help people manage type 2 diabetes, is sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy and meant to be used alongside lifestyle changes, including exercise