GLP medications refer to GLP-1 receptor agonists a class of drugs that mimic the action of a natural hormone in the body called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). These medications are primarily used to manage type 2 diabetes and, more recently, have gained popularity for weight management.
How GLP-1 Medications Work:
GLP-1 is a hormone released by the intestines in response to food intake. It helps regulate blood sugar levels through several mechanisms:
Stimulating insulin release from the pancreas when blood sugar is high.
Inhibiting glucagon release a hormone that raises blood sugar.
Slowing gastric emptying which prolongs the feeling of fullness.
Reducing appetite by acting on the brain’s hunger centers.
Uses:
Type 2 Diabetes Management: Improves blood glucose control and can reduce A1C levels.
Weight Loss: Helps patients lose weight by reducing appetite and calorie intake (approved specifically for obesity treatment in higher doses).
Cardiovascular Benefits:Some GLP-1 medications have been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Side Effects:
*Common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite.
*Serious (less common):Pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, kidney issues, and potential thyroid C-cell tumors (in animal studies).
GLP medications refer to GLP-1 receptor agonists a class of drugs that mimic the action of a natural hormone in the body called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). These medications are primarily used to manage type 2 diabetes and, more recently, have gained popularity for weight management.
How GLP-1 Medications Work:
GLP-1 is a hormone released by the intestines in response to food intake. It helps regulate blood sugar levels through several mechanisms:
Stimulating insulin release from the pancreas when blood sugar is high.
Inhibiting glucagon release a hormone that raises blood sugar.
Slowing gastric emptying which prolongs the feeling of fullness.
Reducing appetite by acting on the brain’s hunger centers.
Uses:
Type 2 Diabetes Management: Improves blood glucose control and can reduce A1C levels.
Weight Loss: Helps patients lose weight by reducing appetite and calorie intake (approved specifically for obesity treatment in higher doses).
Cardiovascular Benefits:Some GLP-1 medications have been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Side Effects:
*Common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite.
*Serious (less common):Pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, kidney issues, and potential thyroid C-cell tumors (in animal studies).
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