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Hamidi V, Wang H, Pham V, Bermudez Saint Andre K, Taegtmeyer H, Gutierrez AD. Chronic GLP1 therapy reduces postprandial IL6 in obese humans with prediabetes. Cardiovasc Endocrinol Metab 2024; 13:e0298. [PMID: 38187405 PMCID: PMC10769508 DOI: 10.1097/xce.0000000000000298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
Abstract
Single-dose glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) therapy increases postprandial plasma IL6 levels in prediabetic, obese humans. GLP1-IL6 interactions underly multiple antidiabetic effects, but these may differ after acute versus chronic therapy. This study examines postprandial effects of GLP1 after chronic therapy. Seven humans (six Black) with prediabetes and obesity completed 6 weeks of exenatide extended release therapy. Then subjects returned for pre- and post-meal measurements of plasma IL6, GLP1, glucagon, and related inflammatory markers. Weight, which was measured before and after therapy, did not change. Plasma IL6 decreased from baseline to postmeal state ( = 0.016), with decreases in free fatty acids (P < 0.001) and increases in insulin (P = 0.002), glucose (P < 0.0001), triglycerides (P = 0.0178), and glucagon (P = 0.018). Baseline GLP1 levels matched 6 weeks of therapy. The fall in postprandial plasma IL6, which contrasts with the increase after acute therapy, highlights the need for more investigation regarding the mechanisms of acute versus chronic GLP1-IL6 signaling.
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- Vala Hamidi
- University of California San Diego, Department of Medicine/Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, La Jolla, California
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- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Research Department Laboratory, Cizik School of Nursing
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- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
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- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
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Kurtzhals P, Flindt Kreiner F, Singh Bindra R. The role of weight control in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus: Perspectives on semaglutide. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2023; 203:110881. [PMID: 37591343 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2023.110881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
Abstract
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are widely used to address multiple aspects of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) management, including glycaemic control, weight loss, and cardiovascular risk reduction. Semaglutide, a well-established GLP-1 RA approved for T2DM treatment and weight management, demonstrates marked efficacy in achieving these clinically important goals. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) consensus report emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to T2DM treatment, with weight control as a key component for improving patient outcomes. Notably, semaglutide is mentioned in the consensus report as having 'very high' efficacy for both glucose lowering and weight loss in T2DM treatment. Nevertheless, as has been observed with other weight-lowering drugs, weight loss observed with semaglutide appears less profound in individuals with T2DM than in those with obesity without T2DM, a phenomenon requiring further investigation. The semaglutide safety and tolerability profiles are well established, and it is approved in some countries to reduce cardiovascular risk in certain populations with T2DM. Thus, semaglutide offers a well-established therapeutic option that aligns well with guideline recommendations for T2DM management, emphasizing the high importance of weight control and amelioration of other cardiometabolic risk factors.
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- Peter Kurtzhals
- Novo Nordisk A/S, Vandtaarnsvej 110-114 DK-2860, Søborg, Denmark.
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Rasalam R, Abdo S, Deed G, O'Brien R, Overland J. Early type 2 diabetes treatment intensification with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in primary care: An Australian perspective on guidelines and the global evidence. Diabetes Obes Metab 2023; 25:901-915. [PMID: 36541153 DOI: 10.1111/dom.14953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2022] [Revised: 12/03/2022] [Accepted: 12/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
Abstract
Early and intensive management of type 2 diabetes has been shown to delay disease progression, reduce the risk of cardiorenal complications and prolong time to treatment failure. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are being increasingly recognized for their potential in early disease management, with recent guideline updates recommending second-line use of this injectable drug class alongside oral glucose-lowering drugs. GLP-1RAs target at least six of the eight core defects implicated in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes and offer significant glycaemic and weight-related improvements over other second-line agents in head-to-head trials. In addition, placebo-controlled clinical trials have shown cardiovascular protection with GLP-1RA use. Even so, this therapeutic class is underused in primary care, largely owing to clinical inertia and patient-related barriers to early intensification with GLP-1RAs. Fortunately, clinicians can overcome barriers to treatment acceptance through patient education and training, and management of treatment expectations. In this review we comment on global and Australian guideline updates and evidence in support of early intensification with this therapeutic class, and provide clinicians with practical advice for GLP-1RA use in primary care.
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- Roy Rasalam
- College of Medicine, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- HealthcarePlus Medical, Carindale, Queensland, Australia
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- Austin Clinical School, University of Melbourne, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia
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- Total Diabetes Care, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Demidowich AP, Batty K, Zilbermint M. Instituting a Successful Discharge Plan for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: Challenges and Solutions. Diabetes Spectr 2022; 35:440-451. [PMID: 36561646 PMCID: PMC9668725 DOI: 10.2337/dsi22-0013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Achieving target inpatient glycemic management outcomes has been shown to influence important clinical outcomes such as hospital length of stay and readmission rates. However, arguably the most profound, lasting impact of inpatient diabetes management is achieved at the time of discharge-namely reconciling and prescribing the right medications and making referrals for follow-up. Discharge planning offers a unique opportunity to break through therapeutic inertia, offer diabetes self-management education, and institute an individualized treatment plan that prepares the patient for discharge and promotes self-care and engagement. However, the path to a successful discharge plan can be fraught with potential pitfalls for clinicians, including lack of knowledge and experience with newer diabetes medications, costs, concerns over insurance coverage, and lack of time and resources. This article presents an algorithm to assist clinicians in selecting discharge regimens that maximize benefits and reduce barriers to self-care for patients and a framework for creating an interdisciplinary hospital diabetes discharge program.
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- Andrew P. Demidowich
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians at Howard County General Hospital, Division of Hospital Medicine, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Columbia, MD
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- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians at Howard County General Hospital, Division of Hospital Medicine, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Columbia, MD
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians at Suburban Hospital, Division of Hospital Medicine, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Bethesda, MD
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Gilarevsky SR. [Clinical Efficacy and Mechanisms of Actions of the Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and High Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases]. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021; 61:66-72. [PMID: 33998411 DOI: 10.18087/cardio.2021.4.n1549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The article discusses issues of reducing the risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus during the treatment with modern hypoglycemic drugs, specifically glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists.
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- S R Gilarevsky
- Russian Medical Academy of Continuing Professional Education of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Moscow
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Goldman JD. Cardiovascular safety outcomes of once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonists in people with type 2 diabetes. J Clin Pharm Ther 2020; 45 Suppl 1:61-72. [PMID: 32910492 PMCID: PMC7540076 DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2020] [Revised: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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WHAT IS KNOWN AND OBJECTIVE People with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which in turn is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The impact of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) on cardiovascular (CV) outcomes has been investigated in CV outcomes trials (CVOTs). This review aims to help pharmacists and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) gain a better understanding of such CVOTs in T2D with a primary focus on the once-weekly (QW) GLP-1 RAs. METHODS This narrative review mainly focuses on the evaluation of the similarities and differences in the design and results of CVOTs involving currently approved and marketed QW GLP-1 RAs-semaglutide subcutaneous, exenatide extended-release (ER) and dulaglutide. Results from CVOTs of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP4is) and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) are also included. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Three CVOTs of QW GLP-1 RAs were identified for inclusion in this review: SUSTAIN 6 (semaglutide), EXSCEL (exenatide ER) and REWIND (dulaglutide), all of which varied in terms of trial design, patient demographics and other baseline characteristics. Results from these CVOTs demonstrated the CV safety of QW GLP-1 RAs compared with standard of care. Additionally, CV and renal benefits were demonstrated for semaglutide and dulaglutide, but not for exenatide ER. The CV safety of four DPP4is and three SGLT2is was demonstrated. None of the DPP4is had a CV or renal benefit, whereas all three SGLT2is were associated with CV and renal benefits. WHAT IS NEW AND CONCLUSION This article provides an overview of the results from QW GLP-1 RA CVOTs, including the recently published results for dulaglutide, and places them within the broader T2D treatment landscape to help HCPs make informed decisions in daily practice. The QW GLP-1 RAs with benefits reaching beyond glycaemic control can provide a comprehensive treatment option for people with T2D at high risk of CVD, with CVD or chronic kidney disease.
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Patel D. An overview of the once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonists from the pharmacist's perspective. J Clin Pharm Ther 2020; 45 Suppl 1:3-6. [PMID: 32910491 PMCID: PMC7540275 DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2020] [Revised: 05/29/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Patel D. Glycaemic and non-glycaemic efficacy of once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonists in people with type 2 diabetes. J Clin Pharm Ther 2020; 45 Suppl 1:28-42. [PMID: 32910489 PMCID: PMC7540306 DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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WHAT IS KNOWN AND OBJECTIVE Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) may confer a range of benefits for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D), which is reflected through their position within diabetes treatment guidelines. The objective of this narrative review is to explore the efficacy data of once-weekly (QW) GLP-1 RAs in terms of glycaemic control, body weight reduction, cardiovascular (CV) outcomes and potential renal protective effects to assist pharmacists and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) in treatment discussions with patients. METHODS This a narrative review focused on 31 clinical trials involving the Phase 3 clinical programmes of the QW GLP-1 RAs dulaglutide, exenatide extended-release (ER) and semaglutide subcutaneous (s.c.). RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The clinical trials were divided by their comparator arms and examined for trends. All QW GLP-1 RAs were superior to placebo for reductions in glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c ) and body weight. Data regarding QW GLP-1 RAs versus metformin were limited, likely due to metformin's use as the first-line pharmacologic for T2D. In the robust head-to-head trials of QW versus QW GLP-1 RAs, semaglutide s.c. was superior to both dulaglutide and exenatide ER regarding HbA1c and body weight; however, QW versus once-daily GLP-1 RA trials had mixed results depending on the comparators. Finally, in QW GLP-1 RA versus insulin trials, all QW GLP-1 RAs were as effective as insulin, particularly when hypoglycaemia and body weight were also considered. CV outcome trials demonstrated benefits in major adverse CV events and renal outcomes for semaglutide and dulaglutide. WHAT IS NEW AND CONCLUSION This review collates recently published data and previously published Phase 3 results to allow pharmacists and other HCPs to understand all of the efficacy data available and the corresponding impact on treatment guidelines. QW GLP-1 RAs are emerging as important therapeutic options for people with T2D as they offer a spectrum of benefits extending beyond glycaemic control, but it is important to be aware of their efficacy differences when prescribing and discussing them with patients.
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Bzowyckyj A. Managing the multifaceted nature of type 2 diabetes using once-weekly injectable GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. J Clin Pharm Ther 2020; 45 Suppl 1:7-16. [PMID: 32910488 PMCID: PMC7540468 DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Revised: 04/24/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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WHAT IS KNOWN AND OBJECTIVE As a highly prevalent chronic condition associated with complications and high mortality rates, it is important for pharmacists to have a comprehensive understanding of the impact of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and available treatment options. The use of injectable glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) is recommended as an effective and convenient treatment regimen for improving glycaemic control in individuals with T2D, with a good safety profile; however, the wider extent of its potential benefits often are unknown to clinical pharmacists. The objective of this article is to provide an overview of the impact of T2D on individuals and to discuss the multifaceted role of once-weekly (QW) GLP-1 RAs in addressing these challenges. METHODS This is a narrative review of the published literature regarding the use of injectable GLP-1 RAs in managing health complications in people with T2D. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Recent findings reveal additional benefits of GLP-1 RAs in managing T2D complications, including atherosclerotic cardiovascular (CV) disease, retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy. Dulaglutide and semaglutide have been shown to provide additional CV benefit in patients at high risk of CV events compared with standard of care/placebo and may offer renal protection in patients with chronic kidney disease. Cost-effectiveness studies, taking into consideration these different complications, have shown that QW GLP-1 RAs were cost-effective compared with other therapies. GLP-1 RAs may also help to improve overall health-related quality of life, reducing the risk of depression and 'diabetes distress', and limiting the risk of hypoglycaemia. WHAT IS NEW AND CONCLUSION From the literature, this appears to be the first review of the evidence supporting the multifaceted role of QW GLP-1 RAs in T2D, with particular emphasis on their use in comorbid conditions, as well as associated potential financial and well-being benefits. The results suggest that QW GLP-1 RAs may be an attractive treatment option for improving glycaemic control in T2D, especially in individuals with (or at risk of) additional comorbidities or health complications.
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