Glucagon-like polypeptide agonists in type 2 diabetes mellitus: efficacy and tolerability, a balance

Glucagon-like polypeptide (GLP-1) receptor agonist treatment has multiple effects on glucose metabolism, supports the β cell, and promotes weight loss. There are now five GLP-1 agonists in clinical use with more in development. GLP-1 treatment typically can induce a lowering of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c...

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Main Authors: Sri Harsha Tella, Marc S. Rendell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2015-06-01
Series:Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2042018815580257