Effects of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists Liraglutide and Semaglutide on Cardiovascular and Renal Outcomes Across Body Mass Index Categories in Type 2 Diabetes: Results of the LEADER and SUSTAIN 6 Trials
May help reduce muscle breakdown Often used in clinical settings for muscle preservation Typical dose: about 3 grams per day Fiber and probiotics GLP-1 medications commonly cause gastrointestinal symptoms
Do not use GLP-1 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant or breastfeed
For example, a recent market report forecasts that the global obesity drug market (fueled by GLP-1s and similar incretin therapies) could exceed $50 billion by 2030
For instance, it partnered with a health app to help patients manage lifestyle changes alongside drug therapy a move to augment the effectiveness of its new drug treatments
Gastrointestinal symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation (the most common side effects), gastroparesis (stomach sluggishness), abdominal pain, bloating, stomach upset, heartburn, early satiety, and appetite loss
