All GLP-1 receptor agonists cause similar modest heart rate increases of approximately 24 beats per minute on average, including liraglutide, semaglutide, dulaglutide, and tirzepatide
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GLP-1 can result in considerable weight reduction, with individuals experiencing an average loss of 10-20% of their total body weight
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Glucagon-like peptide-2 but not imipramine exhibits antidepressant-like effects in ACTH-treated mice
Medications such as Contrave and Qsymia can be effective for treatment. If you cant afford your GLP-1 medication without insurance, talk to your healthcare provider about some alternatives: Qsymia (phentermine-topiramate), an appetite suppressant available as a once-daily oral capsule Contrave (naltrexone-bupropion), an oral tablet typically taken twice per day to manage cravings and reduce appetite Adipex-P (phentermine), an appetite-suppressing tablet typically taken once per day Diethylpropion extended-release, a long-lasting appetite-suppressing tablet typically taken once per day Phendimetrazine tartrate, available as a tablet thats taken before meals (up to three times per day) to increase the bodys metabolism and reduce appetite Alli (orlistat), an oral capsule that limits how much fat the body absorbs and can be taken up to three times per day, about an hour before eating Xenical (orlistat), a capsule that contains the same active ingredient as Alli but in a higher dose Your healthcare provider may also prescribe a generic GLP-1 agonist: liraglutide or exenatide
