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GLP-1 Medications GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) medications, like semaglutide and tirzepatide, were first discovered as a medication for type 2 diabetes, to stimulate insulin production and regulate blood sugar levels
Ozempic, which is approved by the Food and Drug Administration to help people with Type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar and reduce their risk of serious cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes, has a list price of $968.52 for a 28-day supply
Compounded versions can vary
4 Others: GIPR/GLP-1R dual agonists and GIPR/GLP-1R/GCGR triagonists Intestinal endocrine K cells produce gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP)