Research
Molecular
Several classes of medications have been explored to target different pathways and receptors to preserve lean body mass during weight loss.
Practitioners may consider pharmacological options to help preserve muscle mass during weight loss.
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Several classes of medications have been explored, targeting different pathways and receptors—including bimagrumab (activin receptor agonist), tesamorelin (growth hormone releasing hormone agonists), and enobosarm (selective androgen receptor modulator).
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Source
Pharmacologic Treatments for the Preservation of Lean Body Mass During Weight Loss
Gunjan Arora et al. · Journal of Clinical Medicine · 2026
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