glp 1 is it a peptide Synthesis, secretion, and metabolism of glucagon-like (GLP-1) Crystal structure of the GLP-1

Originally published in the Spring/Summer 2026 print issue

Brand-name GLP-1 medications can be expensive when paid out of pocket

Injectable semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) may be safer to take while breastfeeding, but due to the lack of research, its best to weigh the risks and benefits with your healthcare provider

Dulaglutide is not indicated in the treatment of subjects with type 1 diabetes or patients with diabetic ketoacidosis because these problems are the result of the islet cells being unable to produce insulin and one of the actions of dulaglutide is to stimulate functioning islet cells to produce more insulin