glp-1 insulin Glucagon-like peptide-1 Schematic of action of GLP-1

GLP-1 is released eating and lasts only about 1-2 minutes before an enzyme called DPP-4 breaks it down

12 Commonly, patients may experience gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation

This hormonal interplay means that two patients using identical microdosing amounts may experience very different outcomes based on their unique hormonal profiles, underscoring the importance of individualized dosing and close monitoring

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They also influence insulin and blood sugar regulation, which plays a direct role in energy levels