How GLP-1 Medicines Work

From gut hormone to medicine: how semaglutide, tirzepatide and newer agents reduce appetite and improve metabolism.

Taught by Farhan Tahir, MD ·

7 min

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ANIMATED EXPLAINER · GLP-1 ACTION

STEP 1 OF 4

Gut hormone

GLP-1 is released after meals.

In this lesson

• What GLP-1 does naturally

• Brain, stomach and pancreas effects

• Single, dual and triple agonists

• What to expect when starting

• Common side effects

Educational content only. It does not replace advice from your own clinician.

Educational content only, written and reviewed by Farhan Tahir, MD. It does not replace individual medical advice. For sudden chest pain, trouble breathing or stroke symptoms, call 911.

AT A GLANCE

Topic

Medications

Length

7 min

Reviewed by

Farhan Tahir, MD

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