GLP-1 receptor agonist
Coverage of GLP-1 receptor agonist in the Nexus archive.
- Veterans to test GLP-1 drugs as alcohol addiction treatment
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a clinical trial to evaluate semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, as a treatment for alcohol use disorder in veterans. Over 600 veterans will participate in the nationwide study.
- Why Do GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications Cause Hair Loss — and Is It Reversible?
GLP-1 weight loss medications may cause hair loss due to rapid weight loss and reduced nutrient intake, not the medication itself. Hair loss is often reversible with proper nutrition and care, as the hair growth cycle responds to internal physiological changes.
- Study Dampens Hope for GLP-1s as Insulin Off-Ramp in Type 2 Diabetes
A study found that adding a GLP-1 receptor agonist did not reduce the likelihood of veterans with type 2 diabetes discontinuing basal insulin therapy compared to other glucose-lowering agents. The findings suggest GLP-1s may not serve as an effective insulin off-ramp for this population.