JNL: Jun NH2-terminal kinase
Initial research suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists may help protect against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimers
They may be especially helpful for patients managing type 2 diabetes with milder goals or for those who are needle averse
Keep in mind, if you have a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), your provider may advise against GLP-1 therapy as a precaution
Beginning July 1, 2026, the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program may allow eligible Medicare Part D patients to access certain obesity-indicated GLP-1 medications, including Foundayo, Wegovy, and certain Zepbound formulations, for no more than $50 per month through December 31, 2027
Nov 11 2021;9(11)doi:10.3390/toxics9110299