Table 2: Potential Effects of GLP-1 in Arthritis GLP-1 receptor agonists show anti-inflammatory and cartilage-protective effects , though mechanisms are still under investigation
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In both patient populations with pre-existing cardiovascular disease, DPP-4 inhibitors are recommended as one possible third-line therapy besides SGLT-2 inhibitors, thiazolidinediones, or insulin, when therapeutic goals are not met with the previous dual combination
Some people also explore lipotropic peptide formulations to support fat metabolism during transitions
The safety story is promising , but not fully settled from a topline release alone
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