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GLP-1 receptor agonists have transformed diabetes care, but the long-term safety of GLP-1 therapies has become an important topic as treatment continues for many years. Initially, clinicians prescribed these medications primarily for glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. However, their role has expanded due to additional benefits in …

Oral GLP-1 therapy is quickly reshaping how we treat type 2 diabetes, especially for patients who hesitate at the thought of injections. For years, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists were only available as injectables such as semaglutide and dulaglutide. However, the introduction of semaglutide tablets and the development of higher-dose oral …