The convenience of a once-weekly subcutaneous injection also makes it a manageable and appealing option for many individuals
Additionally, it increases the production of insulin, lowers blood sugar levels, and slows gastric emptying
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Its primary mechanism of action is the upregulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports neuronal survival, synaptic plasticity, and the formation of new neural connections
Elevated levels of endogenous oxidative stress may also be related to disease burden, medication regimen, and duration of treatment, age, and excessive physical and emotional stress associated with comorbid medical conditions (34)
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