As many cysteine-containing proteins (transporters, receptors and enzymes) at extracellular surfaces or in extracellular fluids are prone to oxidation, their activity might be influenced by the thiol/disulphide redox microenvironment
It is also hard to predict how people will think about these drugs over the long term, with a recent study by The New Consumer and Coefficient Capital showing that 46% of 1,810 consumers aware of GLP-1 weight loss drugs are extremely or very concerned about their long-term health impact, a figure that rises to 51% among users of such drugs (n-388)
Between 2019 and 2023, the number of GLP-1 prescriptions increased by more than 400%, while spending increased by more than 500%
What isn't acceptable is storage in refrigerator doors, which experience temperature swings every time the door opens, or placement near the back wall where freezing can occur
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