To begin with, GLP-1 is secreted by L cells in the lower intestine, and its secretory stimuli include nutrients, the gut microbiota itself, and metabolites of the gut microbiota, such as short-chain fatty acids 47,48
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Constipation: Common when starting GLP-1 medication
Thereafter, the observation of incretin activity after the inactivation of GIP suggested the existence of other molecules with an incretin effect
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Tirzepatide is administered once weekly via subcutaneous injection, with doses starting at 2.5 mg for a 4-week initiation period, then titrating every 4 weeks up to a maximum of 15 mg