Phase 2 trials (NEJM, 2023) reported mean resting heart rate increases of approximately 57 bpm at doses of 8 mg and 12 mg weekly
Thometz is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over a decade of experience in high-volume emergency departments across the United States and internationally
Clayas goal as a telehealth provider is to provide a cost-effective, convenient alternative with accessible pricing, all-inclusive care from a team of experts, and comprehensive holistic lifestyle support
In a third trial, liraglutide significantly reduced weight by 8 pounds relative to placebo over 10 months in stable patients with bipolar disorder regardless of whether they were taking an antipsychotic (McElroy SL et al, J Clin Psychopharm 2024;44(2):8995)
The hypothesis being tested in labs worldwide is that the glucagon component can help burn through stored energy (particularly fat), while the potent GLP-1 and GIP effects prevent the glucagon action from causing unwanted spikes in blood sugar