In 2023, branded obesity drug sales reached $6 billion, and this figure is expected to grow exponentially as demand continues to rise and these medications are used to treat a broader range of diseases
We discuss the options, the limits, and what they are for
In incubation with human serum (ex vivo), no proteolytic digestion was observed, indicating high stability for potential drug use
These platforms enable on-demand insulin or GLP-1 release triggered by elevated blood glucose levels, providing a closed-loop feedback mechanism that enhances therapeutic precision and reduces the risk of hypoglycemia [41]
Advances in the science, treatment, and prevention of the disease of obesity: reflections from a diabetes care editors expert forum
GLP-1 and GIP are incretin hormones that regulate insulin secretion, appetite, and glucose metabolism after meals