GLP-1 Receptor Agonists (e.g., semaglutide, liraglutide) Increase insulin secretion in response to food Reduce glucagon release (which lowers blood sugar) Slows gastric emptying (which helps with post-meal glucose excursions) Reduces appetite and induces satiety which leads to weight loss GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonists (e.g., tirzepatide) GLP-1 effects (same as above) GIP effect: further enhances insulin secretion Both medications help with blood sugar control and weight loss, but Mounjaros dual mechanism may offer stronger effects on insulin secretion, which improves A1c levels
The study was only done among 93 patients, and the researchers said that more extensive studies were needed to see if the risk reduction score meant less illness and death long-term
For patients planning pregnancy, medications like semaglutide should be discontinued at least 2 months before planned conception
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