Conclusion Metformin is a commonly prescribed agent for the treatment of type 2 diabetes
As we continue to discover [GLP-1s] biologic effects on inflammation and our immune systems and continue to accrue data in people using them for obesity and diabetes, we may find they are a useful tool against autoimmunity, aside from their impact on obesity, said Ortiz
NASH: A global health problem
With obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, and possibly neurodegenerative disease all becoming viable markets, the total addressable market is likely to reach or exceed USD 100-150 billion globally (perhaps more depending on healthcare policy)
the medicine also slows stomach emptying and supports blood sugar control, which steadies energy between meals
In addition to diabetes management, semaglutide is also approved for weight loss in people with obesity or those who are overweight