They work by mimicking a hormone your body naturally makes GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) which helps lower blood sugar, slows digestion, keeps you feeling full, and reduces appetite
The hope is that the drug will help address increased market demand
Its possible some of those holdouts were waiting for a more convenient option, without the hassle of a needle and Lilly is betting their new pill will make GLP-1s accessible for many of them
If youre considering GLP-1 therapy, platforms like Healthcare.pro can connect you with the right professionals for guidance
If you live in Brooklyn or the surrounding area, now may be a good time to consider whether GLP-1 therapy could be appropriate
The use of sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists versus sulfonylureas and the risk of lower limb amputations: a nation-wide cohort study