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p = 0.017) (Singh et al., 2014)

There are only two GLP-1 agonists that are TGA approved for weight loss, semaglutide (Wegovy brand) and liraglutide (Saxenda)

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Essential points to remember are that GLP-1 and GIP analogues may be beneficial for people with ASCVD and/or obesity, alongside T2DM as this drug class has shown benefit in improving cardiovascular outcomes and reducing weight, both of which we know are intrinsically linked to T2DM

Reduced gastric acid production and altered gastrointestinal motility make elderly patients more susceptible to gastrointestinal side effects