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Summary: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists are injectable or oral medicines that lower blood glucose in type 2 diabetes by stimulating insulin release, suppressing glucagon, slowing digestion, and reducing appetite, often leading to weight loss and cardiovascular benefits

Stimulators (agonists) of the GLP-1 receptor have gained widespread attention for their effects on brain pathways involved in appetite regulation and reward

Until more information becomes available and out of an abundance of caution, alternative medications should be used while nursing

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Prescription GLP-1 Medications (Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound): These are FDA-approved pharmaceutical products that have undergone extensive clinical trials demonstrating safety and efficacy

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