AOD conversations always include the fundamentals
Notably, liraglutide (LEADER trial) and semaglutide (SUSTAIN-6 trial) have demonstrated cardiovascular benefits, including reductions in cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, and non-fatal stroke
What are GLP-1s: GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a hormone that plays a role in appetite regulation and blood sugar management
If you see anything floating in the solution, it means the peptide has not fully dissolved or has degraded
What the pharmacokinetic data shows Eli Lilly's injection site study measured how much tirzepatide reached the bloodstream (total exposure, or AUC) and the peak concentration (Cmax) after a 5mg subcutaneous injection in the abdomen, thigh, and upper arm
Saxenda requires daily injections (a possible dealbreaker for some), while Rybelsus offers an oral option for the needle-averse, though typically with less dramatic results