tirzepatide, prescribed at home.

A weekly weight-loss medicine started and monitored by a New York-licensed provider who comes to your home anywhere in Brooklyn.

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what to know about tirzepatide.

What it is

Tirzepatide is a weekly shot that acts on two gut hormones, GLP-1 and GIP. It lowers appetite and helps control blood sugar. It is FDA-approved as Zepbound for weight management and as Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes.

Who it may help

Adults with obesity, or with overweight plus a weight-related health problem such as high blood pressure or prediabetes. It is not safe if you or a family member has had medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2, or if you are pregnant.

What to expect

Your provider reviews your health history and labs, then starts a low dose. The dose goes up slowly, usually every four weeks, to limit side effects. You check in regularly so your plan can be adjusted.

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weight care, built around you.

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Licensed Medical Providers

Your plan is built and monitored by a licensed provider, not a general wellness coach.

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Personalized to You

Your plan is built around your health history and goals, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

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Delivered to Your Home

Every visit happens where you are, on a schedule that fits your life.

how tirzepatide works at home.

1. Health review

Your provider goes over your weight history, medicines, past illnesses and family history, including any thyroid cancer, pancreatitis or gallbladder problems.

2. Labs and vitals

Blood pressure, weight and waist size are checked, and blood can be drawn at the visit to look at blood sugar, kidney function and cholesterol.

3. Starting dose

Tirzepatide starts at 2.5 mg once a week. This first dose is for getting used to the medicine, not for weight loss. You learn how and where to inject.

4. Slow increases

The dose can go up by 2.5 mg no sooner than every four weeks, only if you are handling it well. Check-ins track your weight, side effects and goals.

tirzepatide safety and monitoring.

Common side effects

Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation and reduced appetite are the most common, and they are usually worst in the days after a dose increase. Eating smaller meals, stopping when you feel full and avoiding greasy food help many people.

Warning signs to report

Call your provider right away for severe stomach pain that does not go away, which can be a sign of pancreatitis or a gallbladder problem. Also report signs of dehydration, a lump or swelling in your neck, trouble swallowing or signs of an allergic reaction.

Who should not use it

Do not use tirzepatide if you or a family member has had medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2, or if you are pregnant. It can make birth control pills less reliable for four weeks after you start and after each dose increase, so your provider will talk about a backup method.

tirzepatide in Brooklyn.

Buzzers, walk-ups and doormen

Your provider comes to your apartment, brownstone or house anywhere in Brooklyn. When you book, add your buzzer number, floor and any doorman or elevator notes so your provider can reach you without delay.

How prescriptions work in New York

New York requires prescriptions to be sent to the pharmacy electronically, so there is no paper prescription to lose. Your provider sends it to the pharmacy and explains when and how your medicine will arrive.

Storing your medicine through the seasons

Brand-name tirzepatide pens can stay out of the fridge for up to 21 days at 86°F or below, and they must never freeze. In winter, bring deliveries inside quickly rather than leaving them in a cold lobby, and in summer keep them away from hot windowsills and radiators.

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frequently asked questions about tirzepatide in Brooklyn.

How much weight do people lose on tirzepatide?
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In the main clinical trial, adults on the highest dose lost about 20% of their body weight on average over 72 weeks, along with diet and exercise. Results vary a lot from person to person.

What are the common side effects?
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Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting and constipation are most common, mostly while the dose is going up. Eating smaller meals and drinking enough water helps. Call your provider about severe stomach pain, which can be a sign of a more serious problem.

What happens if I stop taking it?
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Most people regain some weight after stopping. Your provider can help you plan for the long term, including how to keep up the habits that support your results.

How much will tirzepatide cost me?
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Briya Health is a cash-pay practice. You are told the price before you book, with no surprise fees. We accept cash, Zelle, all major credit and debit cards, and HSA and FSA cards.

Where in Brooklyn do you offer tirzepatide?
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Briya Health providers come to your home anywhere in Brooklyn, from Greenpoint and Williamsburg to Bay Ridge, Coney Island and Canarsie. Enter your address when you book to confirm the visit.

Who will I see for tirzepatide in Brooklyn?
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One of our New York-licensed providers: Yaakov D. Kotlarsky, PA-C, Madeleine Navar, PA-C, or Jonathan Navar, MD. You can see their license details on the Providers page.

What if I live in a walk-up?
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That is no problem. Your provider carries what is needed up the stairs. Just let us know which floor you are on and how to get in when you book.

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