When taken, Trulicity stimulates the GLP-1 receptors in the body, which leads to increased insulin secretion, reduced glucagon secretion (which lowers blood sugar levels), slowed gastric emptying, and increased feelings of fullness
By activating MC4R, PT-141 stimulates pathways involved in sexual arousal and desire, leading to an increase in libido for both men and women (2)
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Ghrelin, the hunger hormone released by your stomach lining, also responds to GLP-1 activation