For insured patients, copays for the pill and injection should be similar once both are on formulary
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1: What are the most common GLP-1 side effects
Why are we talking about GLP-1 agonists now
K ATP , channel ATP-sensitive potassium channel, MBF, microvascular blood flow
Primary candidates for GLP-1 therapy include: Patients with type 2 diabetes and inadequate glycemic control despite metformin therapy Individuals with type 2 diabetes and established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease Patients with type 2 diabetes and multiple cardiovascular risk factors (hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity) Adults with obesity (BMI 30 kg/m) or overweight (BMI 27 kg/m) with weight-related comorbidities Patients with metabolic syndrome who have not achieved adequate risk factor control with lifestyle modification For patients with dyslipidemia, GLP-1 agents may be particularly valuable when combined with statin therapy in those who have not reached LDL-C goals or who have persistent hypertriglyceridemia despite statin treatment