It didnt preserve muscle ..patients lost 3kg over the first 7 months and lost little muscle mass thereafter...about 2.5% of starting body weight..it doesn't show if they followed a designated exercise routine ..but I would assume so ..more potent glp1R agonists might elicit higher rates of muscle loss..TBD
However, long-term safety data, especially regarding cardiovascular safety, still need further accumulation
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Popular GLP-1 injections include Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound
Funding organic R&D and expanding manufacturing are positive steps, but they must be balanced with the need for cost-effective drug pricing and accessibility for patients
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