Tirzepatide: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Tirzepatide is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist injection. It is a prescription medicine used for type 2 diabetes, obesity and weight management. In Pakistan it is available as injections. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Tirzepatide works

Tirzepatide mimics two natural gut hormones, GIP and GLP-1. It helps the pancreas release insulin when blood sugar is high, reduces the release of glucagon, slows the emptying of the stomach and acts on appetite centres in the brain, so you feel full sooner and eat less.

What is Tirzepatide used for?

• Type 2 diabetes
• Obesity
• Weight management

Tirzepatide is an injection used to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise. It is also used for weight management in adults living with obesity, or who are overweight and have weight-related health problems, as part of a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It does not replace insulin in people who need it.

Side effects of Tirzepatide

Stomach-related side effects are common with Tirzepatide, especially when starting treatment or after a dose increase. They include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Reduced appetite
• Indigestion or stomach discomfort

Get urgent medical help for severe, persistent stomach pain that may spread to the back, with or without vomiting, pain in the upper right abdomen or yellow skin, or swelling of the face or throat.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have had pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, severe stomach or bowel disease, diabetic eye disease, or a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer.
• If you also take insulin or a sulfonylurea, your risk of low blood sugar is higher, so check your levels as advised.
• It may make oral contraceptive pills less reliable for a while after starting or a dose increase, so ask about extra contraception; it should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Drink enough fluids, particularly if you have vomiting or diarrhoea, to protect your kidneys.
• Store unused pens in a refrigerator, do not freeze them, and never share your pen with anyone.

Frequently asked questions about Tirzepatide

What is the price of Tirzepatide in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Tirzepatide products currently in stock range from Rs 5,200 to Rs 9,750 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Tirzee 2.5mg/0.5ml Injection at Rs 5,200. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Tirzepatide are available in Pakistan?

Tirzepatide is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Tirzee (Getz Pharma Ltd).

Do I need a prescription for Tirzepatide?

Yes. Tirzepatide is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Tirzepatide be used during pregnancy?

It may make oral contraceptive pills less reliable for a while after starting or a dose increase, so ask about extra contraception; it should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Are all Tirzepatide brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Tirzepatide in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Tirzepatide brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 3 products containing Tirzepatide from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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