How does Zepbound (tirzepatide) compare to Wegovy (semaglutide)?

Zepbound and Wegovy are both super helpers that help kids (and grown-ups) feel full longer and maybe even lose weight.

Imagine you're eating a big bowl of ice cream, but instead of finishing it all, you feel full after just one scoop. That’s what Zepbound and Wegovy do, they tell your brain “you’re full” sooner, so you don’t eat as much.

Zepbound (tirzepatide) is like a super-duper helper who has two tricks up their sleeve. One trick makes you feel full faster, and the other helps your body use sugar better, which can help with weight loss too.

Wegovy (semaglutide) is also a great helper, but it only has one main trick, making you feel full faster, just like Zepbound’s first trick. But Wegovy might be more common and easier to get in some places.

Both are taken as shots once a week, kind of like getting a tiny sticker on your arm every week. They’re both wonderful helpers, but Zepbound has an extra trick that might help you lose more weight or keep it off longer.