The GLP-1 medications currently approved and used in clinical practice, primarily for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity, include: Semaglutide: Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus Tirzepatide: Mounjaro, Zepbound Liraglutide: Victoza, Saxenda Dulaglutide: Trulicity Exenatide: Byetta, Bydureon Expanding Beyond Obesity The therapeutic potential of GLP-1s extends beyond weight management
Oxidation Tirzepatide contains methionine and tryptophan residues that are vulnerable to oxidation
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[3] [4] These medications work by mimicking the action of naturally occurring GLP-1 , a hormone released by the intestines after eating
Graphical Abstract Highlights GLP-1RAs promoted weight loss in post-bariatric surgery patients faced with weight regain or insufficient weight loss
A study published in the Journal of Biomedical Science and Engineering found that gradual, lifestyle-based weight loss tends to preserve skin integrity more effectively than rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 medications