A propensity matched cohort study from TriNetX suggests users of GLP-1 medicines with intracranial hypertension experience reductions in medication use, symptoms/signs, and procedural interventions independent of changes in body weight https://t.co/2CpMVQ7B6E @JAMANeuro
Patient-centered information for people using GLP-1 medicines @JAMA_current #diabetes #obesity #heartdisease https://t.co/Jv6AmDWg8q
Study finds patients with interrupted GLP-1 access still achieve significant weight loss Obesity can be treated with medication, coaching and lifestyle change. https://t.co/KPvldgO4Xh https://t.co/hQbykO2kUD
Recent developments highlight the expanding therapeutic applications of GLP-1 medications, traditionally used for diabetes and obesity. A study indicates that patients who experience interruptions in GLP-1 access still achieve notable weight loss, underscoring the treatment's efficacy when combined with medication, coaching, and lifestyle changes. Additionally, an elite rehabilitation center in Pennsylvania is pioneering the use of GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic, to address various forms of addiction, reporting promising results in reducing cravings. This approach is considered a paradigm shift in addiction treatment, with clinical trials currently underway to validate these findings. Furthermore, a propensity-matched cohort study from TriNetX reveals that GLP-1 users with intracranial hypertension show reductions in medication use, symptoms, and procedural interventions, independent of weight changes. These findings suggest broader benefits of GLP-1 therapies beyond metabolic conditions, including potential impacts on neurological and addictive disorders.