Exercise and medication for weight loss while preserving muscle
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a type 2 diabetes medication (tirzepatide) combined with a supervised resistance training (weight lifting) program helps prevent muscle loss while losing weight. You will either receive the medication or a placebo, and all participants will follow a diet and exercise plan.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher.
- You have tried to lose weight through diet at least once without success.
- You are willing to learn to inject the study drug yourself and follow the study plan for about 6 months.
- If you are a woman who could become pregnant, you must agree to use highly effective birth control or remain abstinent during the study and for 30 days after the last injection.
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