A GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
Clinically effective pharmacological treatment(s) for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and its progressive form metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) represent a largely unmet need in medicine. Since…
BACKGROUNDDespite growing preclinical evidence that glucagon-like peptide1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) could be repurposed to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD), clinical evidence is scarce. Additionally, the potential impact of dipeptidyl peptidase-4…
This retrospective case series investigates the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) on whole-gut gastrointestinal motility using wireless motility capsule testing. We analyzed 10 patients on GLP-1RAs who underwent wireless motility capsule t…
PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW: Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT), the visceral fat of the heart, is highly inflammatory fat depot with pro-inflammatory transcriptome and proteosome. EAT contributes to the development and progression of coronary artery disease…
BACKGROUND: Semaglutide is highly effective for decreasing weight. Concomitant loss of muscle mass often accompanies weight loss and may have consequences on muscle function. METHODS: This is a secondary analysis from the SLIM LIVER (Advancing Clinic…
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the effects of metformin (MET) monotherapy versus a combination of semaglutide and MET on weight, metabolism, reproductive function, and inflammatory markers in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). METHOD…
PURPOSE: This study aims to investigate the possible impacts of fasting on physical activity and weight loss in adult users of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, specifically semaglutide and tirzepatide, using qualitative methods to gain in-de…
The Farnesoid-X-receptor (FXR) is a bile sensor involved in the regulation of bile acid homeostasis, fibrosis, inflammation, and metabolism. Obeticholic acid (OCA), a semisynthetic derivative of chenodeoxycholic acid (CDCA), initially named 6-ethyl-C…
We performed a re-analysis of the gastrointestinal risks of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) in obese US adult patients without diabetes using the TriNetX database (GLP-1 RA n = 8792; Bupropion-naltrexone n = 8792) after accountin…
On June 26, 2025, a meeting of the expert working group was held in Moscow. The discussion focused on the personalized approach of tirzepatide («Tirzetta®») and semaglutide («Velgia Eco®») in patients with excess body weight, obesity, and type 2 diab…
: Oral semaglutide, a GLP1-receptor agonist (GLP1-RA), shows promise in efficacy and compliance, especially amid the global shortage of injectable GLP-1 RAs. Its short-term effectiveness remains unexplored.: This real-world observational study assess…
IMPORTANCE: Newer antiobesity medications lead to greater weight loss and lower cardiometabolic risks. However, the high costs of these medications have raised policy questions about their value and coverage decisions. OBJECTIVE: To compare the cost-…
Biostimulators like hyperdiluted calcium hydroxylapatite-carboxymethylcellulose (CaHA-CMC; Radiesse, Merz North America, Franksville, WI) are effective in promoting neocollagenesis and restoring facial volume. The emergence of glucagon-like peptide-1…
INTRODUCTION: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a metabolic disorder related to obesity and insulin resistance and is the primary determinant of the development of low-intensity chronic inflammation. This continuous inflammatory response culminates in neu…
PURPOSE: To investigate the potential impact of preoperative semaglutide use (the active agent in Ozempic and Wegovy) on 90-day postoperative outcomes and 2-year rotator cuff retear after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (ARCR) in patients with type…
Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, is FDA-approved for managing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and reducing cardiovascular risk. Its off-label use in weight management and other conditions has grown, prompting a review of its benefits and risks. This revi…