FIGURE 1 DPP-4 is member of a family of proteases which also includes dipeptidyl-peptidase-8 (DPP-8), dipeptidylpeptidase-9 (DPP-9) and fibroblast activation protein (FAP) (Jose and Inzucchi, 2012)
A range of nutritional issues, including vitamin D, iron, and protein deficiencies and muscle loss have been established as frequent outcomes for this patient group, 8,9 thought to arise from reduced caloric intake and weight loss
Oral thrush, skin infections, yeast infections, and even systemic (invasive) candidiasis can occur in men, women, and children
Not suitable for children, pregnant, or breastfeeding women
The research team stated, GLP-1 class drugs are transforming the way we treat obesity, adding, This study suggests that, as the impact of these drugs expands, they may potentially be applied to cancer prevention as well. However, this study does not prove that GLP-1 class obesity drugs directly prevent cancer
J Korean Med Soc