GLP-1 agonist

Definition:

GLP-1 agonists are a class of medications that mimic the action of GLP-1. They are used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. GLP-1 agonists work by increasing insulin production, reducing glucagon secretion, slowing down stomach emptying, and reducing appetite.[1]

Treated trusted sources:
  1. Madsbad, S., 2013. The role of glucagon-like peptide-1 impairment in obesity and potential therapeutic implications. Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, 16(1), pp.9-21.
  2. Liu, C., Zou, Y. and Qian, H., 2020. GLP-1R agonists for the treatment of obesity: a patent review (2015-present). Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents, 30(10), pp.781-794.

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