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Semaglutide works primarily by: Slowing gastric emptying , which prolongs the feeling of fullness after eating Acting on appetite centres in the brain to reduce hunger and food intake Improving insulin secretion in response to meals (glucose-dependent mechanism) Reducing glucagon secretion , which helps regulate blood sugar levels These mechanisms lead to reduced calorie intake and, consequently, weight loss
This is the first controlled study to evaluate the combined use of an incretin therapy (GLP-1 agonist) used with a PsA biologic, and show benefit
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All patients should regularly perform selfmonitoring of blood glucose in the shortterm following initiation of the new GLP1RA, to monitor for hypoglycaemia and inform any decisions concerning subsequent dose amends