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The MAPEG superfamily of microsomal GSTs consists of subgroups designated I-IV, between which amino acid sequences share less than 20% identity

Tirzepatide activates both GLP-1 and GIP receptors at once, so it engages a second hormone pathway that semaglutide does not

These include: Pre-existing constipation or slow transit constipation Inadequate dietary fibre intake Insufficient fluid consumption Reduced physical activity levels Concurrent medications with constipating effects (such as opioids, certain antidepressants, or iron supplements) Older age , where baseline colonic motility may already be reduced The severity of constipation often correlates with the dose of medication and may be more pronounced during dose escalation phases

History of pancreatitis generally means we dont use these medications, or were extremely cautious if we do