Neuropeptides, which are peptides that act on neurons in the central nervous system, play a vital role in overall brain health
This decision is regulated by the transcription factor Regulatory factor 6 (Rfx6), which promotes expression of peptidergic hormones while repressing 5-HT synthesis via LIM homeobox transcription factor alpha (Lmx1a) (50)
The drug has been around for just under two decades and continues to perform strongly for Merck along with sister drug Janumet (Januvia plus metformin)
Recent clinical results suggest that GLP-1RAs slow down the progression of PD, therefore the search for and improvement of drugs targeted by GLP-1R should be continued [63]
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We have GLP receptors throughout our body, including in our gastrointestinal system (stomach, liver, and pancreas), as well as in the brain, says Sarah Stombaugh, MD , a family medicine physician and diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine