A GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
AIMS: Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, has demonstrated cardiovascular benefit in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and established atherosclerotic disease. Its role in the immediate postacute coronary syndrome (AC…
Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists continue to gain popularity in treating an increasing number of chronic conditions. As such, it is imperative that providers keep a vigilant eye on patients utilizing these medicines, monitoring for both known…
BACKGROUND: Obesity has been proposed as a risk factor for the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are increasingly prescribed for weight reduction and glycemic control and have been shown to…
AIMS: This study aims to compare the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) among United States individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) treated with once-weekly semaglutide vs. dulaglutide…
An important part of the field of experimental pharmacology encompasses the study of the effects of molecules in animals. In the case of Parkinson's disease (PD), animal models have played an invaluable role in refining our understanding of the disea…
INTRODUCTION: Melanocortin 4 receptor (MC4R) is a G-protein-coupled receptor expressed in the hypothalamus, playing a key role in regulating feeding behavior and energy homeostasis. MC4R is integral to the POMC-MC4R and leptin-MC4R pathways, which co…
The first therapeutically useful amylin receptor (AMYR) agonist, pramlintide was based upon the structure of non-aggregating rat amylin and found limited application as an adjunct to insulin therapy. It acts centrally to induce satiety, promote weigh…
BACKGROUND: People with diabetes have an elevated risk of developing depression, anxiety, and suicide. GLP-1 receptor agonists are licensed to treat diabetes and obesity, but data on whether these medications alleviate or exacerbate anxiety, depressi…
BACKGROUND: The increasing use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss and metabolic improvements has led to the recognition of various side effects. One potential, yet underexplored, adverse effect is hair loss. This study aims to investigate the…
UNLABELLED: The global prevalence of diabetes continues to rise, necessitating advancements in treatment, such as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists. While oral semaglutide has demonstrated comparable efficacy to injectable formulations, gastr…
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are widely used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus and obesity. They have proven to be cardioprotective, neuroprotective, and renoprotective, and are now also being considered for drug addiction. T…
Steatotic liver disease (SLD) is a growing global epidemic, with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) now the most common chronic liver disease worldwide and closely linked to adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Lifestyle mod…
AIMS: Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) commonly coexist and are associated with poor outcomes. Although injectable semaglutide has demonstrated benefits in HFpEF, the effectiveness of oral semaglutide i…
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) improve glycemic control, promote weight loss, and enhance cardiovascular outcomes. However, their effects on lean mass in older adults are unclear. This case report describe…
BACKGROUND: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) like semaglutide are well-used for type 2 diabetes and obesity, and recent studies show their potential renal benefits in both diabetic and non-diabetic people. However, evidence for s…
BACKGROUND: With the shortage of innovator semaglutide or tirzepatide products resolved, compounding pharmacies can only legally sell unique products. Unique products could have a different route of administration or dosing, or could include addition…
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) have transformed the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity, yet their actions extend beyond glycemic control and weight loss. This narrative review synthesizes current preclinical and clinical…