Research
Hormonal
GLP-1 receptor agonists improve glycemic control, promote significant weight loss, and reduce cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists allow better control of glycemia, promote weight loss and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple large, landmark randomized controlled trials (LEADER, SUSTAIN-6, REWIND, PIONEER 6).
Source
Recent advances in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus using new drug therapies
Keong Chong et al. · The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences · 2024
DOI 10.1002/kjm2.12800
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