Translations:Anti-obesity medication/8/en
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- Amylin analogues can both reduce energy intake and increase expenditure and can usefully be combined with leptin analogues for synergistic effect. The dual amylin and calcitonin receptor agonist cagrilintide, in combination with semaglutide, was more effective than semaglutide alone in promoting weight loss in clinical trials.
- Glucagon receptor agonists both reduce energy intake and increase energy expenditure in humans. They can cause hyperglycemia so it is recommended to combine them with a hypoglycemic drug, such as a GLP-1 or GIP receptor agonist.