glp-1 agonists in development Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor: mechanisms and advances therapy History of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor
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As weight gain is a significant problem for women with breast cancer, particularly those receiving chemotherapy and endocrine therapy, safe and effective weight loss drugs for this population are urgently needed
Leah Joseph explains how GLP-1 mimics a naturally occurring hormone that signals fullness and stabilizes blood sugar
doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2016.00154 92 FriedrichMDiegelmannJSchauberJAuernhammerCJBrandS
This proved it to have fewer severe side effects in clinical trials and to cause less weight gain than other existing diabetics drugs
Ferhatbegovic L, Mrsic D, Macic-Dzankovic A
