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Those arent direct comparisons because the drugs werent compared in a head-to-head clinical trial

Wegovy (and Ozempic) is in a class of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists

At its top dose of 15 mg, tirzepatide outperforms semaglutide (with a top dose of 2.4 mg)

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Last reviewed: June 5, 2026 Last updated: June 5, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations