Reduction of atherosclerosis requires long-term treatment [53], hence longer trials are better suited to show a reduction in risk of myocardial infarction or other atherosclerotic complications of diabetes
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Additional indications vary between drugs, with semaglutide approved for use in 12 years and above for weight management, while tirzepatide is approved for use in 10-year-olds and above for T2DM Both medications share similar gastrointestinal side effects, which leads many patients to discontinue use, as well as boxed warnings regarding the risk of thyroid tumors
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Oral medication has to be taken a very specific way and that might be a hindrance for some people compared to taking weekly injections. Wisconsin Public Radio, Copyright 2026, Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.