Consequently, on top of the beneficial effect of weight loss caused by GLP-1 analogues these drugs also cause a substantial reduction of the glycemic load (GL = carbohydrate intake X Glycemic index), which per se reduces hyperinsulinemia and causes weight loss [22], reduce diabetes risk [23], inflammation [24], and cardiovascular risk [25]
Table of Contents GLP-1 Medications and Surgery: Perioperative Considerations Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda) are widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight management
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However, if youre not achieving the desired weight loss, or youre experiencing intolerable side effects, your treatment may need to be adjusted or discontinued
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