Interventions include adjusting treatment plans accordingly as further research continues to understand possible interactions between both drugs
We anticipate possible nausea and vomiting, says Srivastana
GLP-1 medications work by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which slows gastric emptying, signals satiety to the brain, and helps regulate blood sugar
Given the high prevalence of both diabetes and dementia in aging populations, this strategy may reduce long-term public health burdens, including healthcare costs, caregiver stress, and institutionalization needs. Szu-Yuan Wu, MD, MPH, PhD The researcher team also discovered that study participants taking GLP-1 agonists had a 25% lower risk of developing non-vascular dementias and a 12% lower chance of developing Alzheimers disease, compared to participants taking metformin
Specialised testing protocols exist to ensure athletes are not using GLP-1 agonists for performance enhancement