EClinicalMedicine 42:101213 Yeh TL et al (2023) Effect of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists on glycemic control, and weight reduction in adults: a multivariate meta-analysis
It is a triple hormone receptor agonist on the GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors
The surging demand for GLP-1 drugs had previously driven companies like Hims into this multi-billion-dollar market, with many patients willing to pay out-of-pocket
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GLP-1 medications generally aren't appropriate with: Personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2 (MEN 2) History of pancreatitis Severe gastroparesis or GI motility disorders Pregnancy, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding A history of eating disorders (requires careful evaluation) Josh reviews your full history at your consult to confirm treatment is safe for you
Patients on Certain Medications Some medicines can mess with how our bodies absorb or use Vitamin B12, raising the risk of deficiency