Unlike GLP-1, supraphysiologic GIP infusions do not amplify the late phase insulin response to glucose in patients with T2DM ( Native GLP-1 and GIP have limited pharmacologic value because of their short plasma half-life (17 min) ( Leveraging the Incretin Effect for the Treatment of T2DM Because of the apparent lack of beta-cell responsiveness to GIP in patients with poorly controlled T2DM, most therapeutic strategies have focused on enhancing the activity of GLP-1
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Unknown risk is not the same as low risk
If one pill is sufficient, that's great, but if more are needed, such as two or three pills, they can be taken
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Proper reconstitution, refrigerated storage, and sterile injection practices are essential for safety and efficacy