Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review

Introduction Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat. It is widely recognized as a major public health issue due to its strong association with numerous chronic diseases. [1][2] The use of GLP-1 receptor agonists in obesity treatment...

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Main Authors: Karolina Baran, Marlena Jankowska, Natalia Jańczyk, Karolina Mędrysa, Jakub Pokrzepa, Michał Presak, Gabriela Blecharz, Julia Szwech, Alicja Winkowska, Jan Machalica
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Published: Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń 2024-12-01
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author Karolina Baran
Marlena Jankowska
Natalia Jańczyk
Karolina Mędrysa
Jakub Pokrzepa
Michał Presak
Gabriela Blecharz
Julia Szwech
Alicja Winkowska
Jan Machalica
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Marlena Jankowska
Natalia Jańczyk
Karolina Mędrysa
Jakub Pokrzepa
Michał Presak
Gabriela Blecharz
Julia Szwech
Alicja Winkowska
Jan Machalica
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description Introduction Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat. It is widely recognized as a major public health issue due to its strong association with numerous chronic diseases. [1][2] The use of GLP-1 receptor agonists in obesity treatment began with the recognition that these drugs, initially developed for type 2 diabetes, could significantly reduce body weight due to their effects on appetite regulation and satiety. Liraglutide was the first to be approved specifically for obesity, followed by semaglutide, The development of tirzepatide, which targets both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, has further expanded the potential for obesity treatment. As clinical evidence continues to support their efficacy and safety, GLP-1 receptor agonists are becoming an important tool in the management of obesity, offering a promising option for individuals struggling with weight and related health conditions [3][4][5]. Aim of the study The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide in reducing body weight in obesity. Materials and methods The article was created based on the PubMed and Cochrane databases. The literature was analyzed using the fallow keywords: Obesity treatment, liraglutide, tirzepatide, semaglutide, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists Results The research  proved that tirzepatide is more effective in reducing body weight compared to semaglutide and liraglutide [6][7]. Conclusion Thanks to the comparison of results from multiple studies, we can assume that, at this point, tirzepatide is the most effective pharmacological treatment for obesity, which, when used in combination with lifestyle changes, provides a lasting effect on weight reduction and, consequently, helps treat obesity-related comorbidities[6][8].
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spelling doaj-art-363ec2c174544a4389d642b11ba2f3d42024-12-27T08:21:39ZengNicolaus Copernicus University in ToruńQuality in Sport2450-31182024-12-013010.12775/QS.2024.30.56469Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature reviewKarolina Baranhttps://orcid.org/0009-0004-1627-5065Marlena Jankowskahttps://orcid.org/0009-0005-2240-8853Natalia Jańczykhttps://orcid.org/0009-0000-1862-9681Karolina Mędrysahttps://orcid.org/0009-0002-1557-0244Jakub Pokrzepahttps://orcid.org/0009-0000-7907-1511Michał Presakhttps://orcid.org/0009-0006-0335-5917Gabriela Blecharzhttps://orcid.org/0009-0007-9275-3913Julia Szwechhttps://orcid.org/0009-0006-3792-0101Alicja Winkowskahttps://orcid.org/0009-0005-2050-0031Jan Machalicahttps://orcid.org/0009-0007-0943-7312Introduction Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat. It is widely recognized as a major public health issue due to its strong association with numerous chronic diseases. [1][2] The use of GLP-1 receptor agonists in obesity treatment began with the recognition that these drugs, initially developed for type 2 diabetes, could significantly reduce body weight due to their effects on appetite regulation and satiety. Liraglutide was the first to be approved specifically for obesity, followed by semaglutide, The development of tirzepatide, which targets both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, has further expanded the potential for obesity treatment. As clinical evidence continues to support their efficacy and safety, GLP-1 receptor agonists are becoming an important tool in the management of obesity, offering a promising option for individuals struggling with weight and related health conditions [3][4][5]. Aim of the study The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide in reducing body weight in obesity. Materials and methods The article was created based on the PubMed and Cochrane databases. The literature was analyzed using the fallow keywords: Obesity treatment, liraglutide, tirzepatide, semaglutide, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists Results The research  proved that tirzepatide is more effective in reducing body weight compared to semaglutide and liraglutide [6][7]. Conclusion Thanks to the comparison of results from multiple studies, we can assume that, at this point, tirzepatide is the most effective pharmacological treatment for obesity, which, when used in combination with lifestyle changes, provides a lasting effect on weight reduction and, consequently, helps treat obesity-related comorbidities[6][8]. https://apcz.umk.pl/QS/article/view/56469obesity treatmentliraglutydtirzepatidesemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonist
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Marlena Jankowska
Natalia Jańczyk
Karolina Mędrysa
Jakub Pokrzepa
Michał Presak
Gabriela Blecharz
Julia Szwech
Alicja Winkowska
Jan Machalica
Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
Quality in Sport
obesity treatment
liraglutyd
tirzepatide
semaglutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
title Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
title_full Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
title_fullStr Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
title_full_unstemmed Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
title_short Semaglutide, liraglutide and tirzepatide: Comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity – a literature review
title_sort semaglutide liraglutide and tirzepatide comparison of effectiveness in the treatment of obesity a literature review
topic obesity treatment
liraglutyd
tirzepatide
semaglutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
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