Tirzepatide
Last checked 21 Oct 2026A prescription medicine for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Research-labelled versions sold online aren't the same thing.
- Also calledA dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist
- Commonly discussed forType 2 diabetes and weight management, as a prescription medicine (evidence is limited for research products)
- Lab reportsNot listed
Research products sold online aren't TGA approved.
In plain English
Tirzepatide works on two gut hormone pathways, GIP and GLP-1. Approved tirzepatide in Australia is prescription-only and comes through a doctor and pharmacy. Versions sold online as research peptides aren't approved, may not contain what the label says, and are made without the quality checks medicines go through. Side effects need medical supervision, so any decision about a weight or diabetes medicine is one to make with your GP.