Although its not exactly known how Adderall helps with ADHD, its thought to increase the levels of certain neurotransmittersor chemicalsin the brain that are involved with behavior, attention, and alertness
When a first evaluation is unrevealing but the elevation persists, reassessing at intervals is reasonable
In a substudy of the randomized phase 3 trial (SURPASS-3), LFC measured using MRI-PDFF was reduced more extensively with tirzepatide (relative decrease of 29.8%, 47.1%, and 39.6%, with 5, 10, and 15 mg/week, respectively) than with insulin degludec (11.2%) [19]
Patients should review how dose adjustments, lab monitoring, and side effect management are handled before enrolling
The side effect profile can differ because each peptide works through different pathways and may require different monitoring
Eventually, some patients may taper off medication under medical guidance, while others continue long-term maintenance depending on individual progress