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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2015-06-01
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Series: | Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2042018815580257 |