It slows gastric emptying (slow digestion), which is the rate at which food moves through the stomach, making users feel fuller longer
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Lotiglipron The development of lotiglipron for obesity and T2DM was prematurely stopped in early-phase clinical trials due to its association with elevated transaminases and potential liver toxicity
Also notable were disparities in treatment continuation
While these medications don't directly interfere with thyroid function, important safety considerationsincluding thyroid cancer risk factors and potential effects on thyroid hormone absorptionmust be addressed before starting treatment
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