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While the specific mechanism causing the effects on the gastrointestinal tract are not fully elucidated, studies suggest GLP-1 and its analogues likely exert effects on the vagus nerve and inhibit cholinergic neurotransmission in the gastrointestinal system to prevent movement of the intestine

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PI, prescribing information

PH, posterior hypothalamic nucleus

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