[5] A separate Phase 3 trial, SURMOUNT-CN , tested tirzepatide in Chinese adults with obesity and reported mean weight changes of 13.6% (10 mg) and 17.5% (15 mg) versus 2.3% with placebo over 52 weeks
To reduce nausea, follow gradual dose titration schedules, eat smaller frequent meals, avoid high-fat and greasy foods, stay well hydrated, and remain upright for 2-3 hours after eating
NICE guidance emphasises individualising treatment to balance efficacy with tolerability
Additionally, a study by Liu et al (41) demonstrated that miR-196a promotes the development of non-small cell lung cancer by downregulating the expression of GPX3 and activating the JNK pathway, thereby enhancing the proliferation, differentiation, self-renewal ability and invasiveness of cancer stem cells (CSCs) (41)