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These could include weight loss medications like metformin, topiramate, or bupropion

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The general escalation pattern from published protocols looks like this: Initiation phase (weeks 1-4): Starting doses ranged from 0.5 mg to 2 mg once weekly, depending on the study arm

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It serves several functions, including: Triggering your pancreas to release insulin, which lowers blood sugar Suppressing glucagon, a hormone that raises blood sugar Slowing down your digestion Increasing your feelings of fullness after eating GLP-1 medications mimic this natural hormone by binding to GLP-1 receptors in the body, and they are intended to be used alongside a healthy diet and exercise

Advanced type 2 diabetes with beta cell failure As type 2 diabetes progresses, the pancreatic beta cells can become exhausted or destroyed