Subsequent database studies have cut both ways: some identifying elevated risk, others finding no statistically significant association
Several GLP-1 receptor agonists are currently licensed for use in the UK, including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus), dulaglutide (Trulicity), liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda), exenatide (Bydureon BCise), and lixisenatide (Lyxumia)
These falsified products have led to cases of profound hypoglycemia, some requiring intensive care
Hyperglycemia and dyslipidemia promote depressive symptoms by increasing systemic inflammation and reducing brain levels of serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) (Khawagi et al., 2024)