This study examined whether people who started a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1) like Zepbound or Ozempic were less likely to develop a substance use disorder, and whether people who already had a substance use disorder had fewer serious complications
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When the physical barrier of the intestinal epithelium is damaged, intestinal permeability increases, which can easily lead to dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota, inflammatory reactions, and even systemic diseases
The federal agency wants to see records showing how a select group of willing patients responded to receiving a drug versus a placebo to confirm that its safe for patients with specific conditions to take it
GLPs have become an important tool in modern weight management because they help regulate appetite, blood sugar and satiety
*These medicines leave your body much quicker than the other GLP-1 medicines, which means they should be stopped just before trying to become pregnant