Gill A, Hoogwerf B, Burger J, Bruce S, MacConell L, Yan P, Braun D, Giaconia J, Malone J: Effect of exenatide on heart rate and blood pressure in subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized pilot study
In preclinical models and early human data, it has been hypothesised that the additional glucagon receptor activity may contribute to increased energy expenditure and broader metabolic effects
Without proactive care, rapid weight loss can cause skin laxity, muscle loss, or hair thinning
Importantly, these improvements occurred alongside significant weight loss in contrast to insulin therapy, which is associated with weight gain