As a biguanide medication, it primarily works by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity in peripheral tissues
GSTM1 and GSTP1 polymorphisms have been associated with increased respiratory issues in response to ambient ozone and combined ragweed pollen/DEP exposure
Some common side effects of GLP-1 medications include decreased appetite, feeling nauseous, vomiting, diarrhea, lightheadedness, mildly elevated heart rate (tachycardia), risk of infections, headaches, and stomach discomfort or indigestion
References Badawy & Elnashar (2011).Badawy A, Elnashar A
Glutathione is a chemical and an antioxidant present in the brain
[19] GSH is capable of preventing infection from the influenza virus