The enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) prevents the inactivation of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). Since GLP-1-based ... both have a long duration of action, allowing once-daily administration.

Amgen posted a higher quarterly profit on Tuesday, driven by an 11% rise in product sales, and said late-stage studies of key ...

Discontinuation of GLP-1 receptor agonists in obesity is common, driven by weight regain and socioeconomic factors, impacting treatment effectiveness.

The absolute risk for thyroid cancer is low among patients receiving GLP-1 RA therapy, but risk is elevated in the first year of treatment.

For people with diabetes, the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) is associated with a reduced risk for certain disorders and conditions.

Companies such as Teladoc and Omada Health have embraced GLP-1s while dangling the prospect of lowered costs to their ...

CagriSema combines semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy, with a molecule that mimics a pancreatic hormone.