What Is Tirzepatide With B6?
It is a compound medication that is a combination of tirzepatide and B6. Tirzepatide with B6 is created in a special pharmacy where the pharmacist creates custom-blended medications. These medications are usually created and customized for people who are unable to use the original form of the medication.
Tirzepatide is a prescription medication that was first created to treat type 2 diabetes and control blood sugar levels. Later it was approved for weight management and obesity and is the main ingredient in FDA-approved Zepbound and Mounjaro. It works by working with 2 natural hormones produced by your body that help reduce your appetite and regulate your blood sugar.
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin, meaning your body uses what it needs at the moment and discards the rest, and it is not stored in your body. Vitamin B6 usually will not help you to lose weight, but it will help your body to use the calories you consume in a more efficient manner. Vitamin B6 can help:
- Build and repair muscle
- Produce important enzymes and hormones
- Serotonin
- Dopamine
- Melatonin
- Hemoglobin
How Tirzepatide With B6 May Help With Weight Loss
Tirzepatide copies and works together with hormones that your body naturally makes to help control your appetite, reduce cravings, balance your blood sugar, and slow down how fast your stomach empties. This helps you eat less and stay feeling full longer. The addition of the B6 vitamin may help reduce nausea, which is a common side effect of tirzepatide.
Is Tirzepatide With B6 FDA Approved?
No. Compounded tirzepatide with B6 is not the same as the name brands Mounjaro and Zepbound. These products have been evaluated for safety, quality, and effectiveness in clinical trials.
Compounded tirzepatide with B6 is different:
- The final product has not been reviewed or approved for safety, strength, or purity by the FDA.
- It cannot be prescribed by the doctor unless the patient needs a different strength that is not available from the manufacturer or has a medical need for it to be compounded.
- Quality can be an issue depending on the compounding pharmacy.
Who May Be A Good Candidate For Tirzepatide With B6?
- Adults with a BMI (body mass index) that falls into the overweight or obese range.
- Having metabolic conditions related to weight, such as insulin resistance or pre-diabetes.
- Individuals who have been unsuccessful in losing weight with diet and exercise alone.
- They are free from medical conditions that would make using tirzepatide with B6 unsafe.
Safety And Side Effects
Tirzepatide can create side effects when you first begin taking the medication and each time the dose is adjusted. Side effects can vary by person and the strength of their dose.
Some Possible Side Effects Include:
- Nausea or an upset stomach.
- Vomiting
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Tiredness
- Mild reaction at the injection site.
Serious but Less Common Risks Include:
- Severe abdominal pain
- Pancreatitis
- Gallbladder issues
- Too low blood sugar levels
What Happens During A Consultation For Tirzepatide?
You will need to attend a medical consultation to determine if tirzepatide will be safe and effective for you based on your personal and family medical history.
The Step by Step Process Looks Something Like This:
Step 1
You will attend a virtual consultation with Dr. Angelina to talk about your medical history and the goals you would like to reach.
Step 2
Dr. Angelina will evaluate the information she gathered during your consultation, including:
- BMI
- Medical history
- Conditions caused by your weight.
- Current medications
- Lab work
- Safety considerations
- Lifestyle and eating habits
- Pregnancy status if relevant
- Family history of metabolic disease
Step 4
She will make a determination of your eligibility and provide you with a prescription if approved. Your medication can be shipped right to your door each month.
Step 5
You will attend scheduled, ongoing appointments that will help Dr. Angelina monitor your progress and manage any side effects if needed.
How Can I Get A Prescription For Tirzepatide?
Dr. Angelina at IBI Wellness is a triple board-certified surgeon with extensive experience in helping patients improve their health through weight loss.
IBI Wellness offers online medical weight loss evaluations that may include GLP-1 prescriptions like tirzepatide if medically necessary.
Our online consultation process is convenient and easy once you have the information that you need gathered together. You may be asked to have some bloodwork done prior to your consultation, or additional information may be requested.
Set up your personal consultation to learn more.
FAQs
Can You Take Tirzepatide with B6 for An Extended Time?
Tirzepatide was designed to be used long-term, but your duration of use will depend on how your body responds to the medication and what your doctor deems safe and appropriate.
Does Adding B6 Change how The Tirzepatide Works?
No. The tirzepatide will work the same exact way with or without the addition of B6. The B6 may help reduce the common side effect of nausea and provide nutritional benefits.
Do I Need to Take My Injections at The Same Time Each Week?
Yes. To get the best results from your medication, you should administer your tirzepatide injections on the same day and as close to the same time each week.
Can You Use Tirzepatide Even if You Do Not Have Diabetes?
Yes. Even though tirzepatide was created to treat type 2 diabetes, it is also FDA-approved to be used for weight management.
