Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism, 29(1), 42-54
Studies Linking GLP-1 Medications to NAION Several peer-reviewed studies have confirmed an increased risk of NAION in patients taking GLP-1 drugs: Harvard Medical School & Mass General Brigham Study (JAMA Ophthalmology, 2024) 9% of diabetic patients taking semaglutide developed NAION, compared to 1.8% on other diabetes drugs (a 4-fold increased risk)
One clinical trial found that participants regained about two-thirds of their previously lost weight within one year of stopping subcutaneous semaglutide.[10] Maintaining a relationship with a healthcare provider may help support long-term success by offering guidance, monitoring progress, and helping you build sustainable habits
Also, its considered unsafe for pregnant or breastfeeding women because it may harm the fetus or baby
Q2. Will L-Carnitine help me lose weight
PI3K/Akt/mTOR and MAPK Pathway Activation IGF-1R engagement activates two primary downstream signalling pathways: the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway, primarily responsible for protein synthesis, cell growth, and inhibition of protein breakdown