There was a statistically significant reduction in the primary endpoint, which was a composite of cardiovascular death or worsening HF events, with an RRR of 33%
According to prescribing information and the company's safety disclosures, you should not use GLP-1 medications - or should only do so under specialist supervision - if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2, active or recent pancreatitis, severe gastrointestinal disorders that may be worsened by delayed gastric emptying, are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, or have severe kidney disease
More research is needed , both with larger samples and on the possible long-term effects
In addition to helping diabetics with insulin resistance issues, each of these injectables gained popularity in recent years because of their ability to facilitate weight loss
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These medications mimic the hormone Glucagon-like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) which helps the pancreas release insulin in response to meals, safely lowering blood sugars
