GLP-1 medication for diabetes In the UK, the following GLP-1 drugs are available for diabetes: Ozempic a weekly injectable treatment containing semaglutide in lower doses than Wegovy Rybelsus oral tablets containing semaglutide Trulicity a weekly injectable treatment containing dulagutide Victoza a daily injectable treatment containing liraglutide Although these GLP-1 medications contain similar active ingredients to weight loss medications, they are only used in lower doses for blood sugar management in people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
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A potentially key mechanism through which GLP-1RAs act against obesity may involve the modification of adipocyte phenotype and function
You may also hear about newer medications like tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), which work on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors and are often discussed alongside GLP-1 medications due to their similar effects