Once approved, switching will likely be possible since both drugs are made by Eli Lilly
One potential side effect related to GLP-1 medication is hair loss or thinning along the hairline
They should be viewed as complementary lifestyle strategies rather than direct substitutes for pharmacotherapy when medication is clinically indicated
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In addition to improving glycemic control, GLP-1RAs promote satiety, reduce visceral adiposity, and exert indirect anti-inflammatory effects (35)
Benefits for People With Type 2 Diabetes People with type 2 diabetes saw two noticeable improvements: Lower blood sugar levels , including meaningful HbA1c reductions Steady weight loss , though typically a little less than non-diabetic participants a pattern also seen with injected GLP-1 receptor agonists The blood sugar improvements reflect how GLP-1 receptor agonists support insulin activity and slow digestion, which may help stabilise glucose throughout the day
