Anti-inflammatory effects of tirzepatide: a systematic review and meta-analysis
| dc.contributor.author | Walter Masson | |
| dc.contributor.author | Martín Lobo | |
| dc.contributor.author | Juan P. Nogueira | |
| dc.contributor.author | Leandro Barbagelata | |
| dc.contributor.author | Pedro Touzas | |
| dc.contributor.author | · Juan P. Frías | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-08-25T23:01:08Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-08-25T23:01:08Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-08-25 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Tirzepatide, a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, has demonstrated substantial metabolic and weight-reduction benefits; however, its anti-inflammatory effects remain less established. This systematic review and meta-analysis, conducted according to PRISMA guidelines, included randomized clinical trials and observational studies evaluating changes in high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) and interleukin-6 (IL-6). A random-effects model was applied. Tirzepatide significantly reduced hsCRP and IL-6 levels compared with placebo across different doses and study populations. These findings suggest that tirzepatide exerts significant anti-inflammatory effects, potentially contributing to its broader cardiometabolic benefits. | |
| dc.description.sponsorship | Tirzepatide; Inflammation; C-reactive protein; Interleukin-6; Cardiometabolic health. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://repositorio.uia.ac.cr/handle/123456789/5128 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.title | Anti-inflammatory effects of tirzepatide: a systematic review and meta-analysis | |
| dc.type | Article |