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Insulin vs. Glucagon: What Are the Differences?
On the other hand, when your blood sugar levels drop too low, your pancreas releases the hormone glucagon, which raises your ...
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists tied to higher thyroid cancer risk in first year of treatment
The absolute risk for thyroid cancer is low among patients receiving glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) therapy, but risk is elevated in the first year of treatment, according to a ...
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Glucagon Sensitivity Similar in Individuals With and Without Type 1 Diabetes: Study Finds
"Overall, metabolic responses to glucagon stimulation in individuals with type 1 diabetes are comparable to those in healthy ...
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Immune cells orchestrate glucagon production during fasting
Traditionally, blood sugar regulation has been attributed to the hormones insulin and glucagon, both produced by the pancreas. Insulin lowers blood glucose by promoting its uptake into cells ...
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Xeris, stymied by forgetful physicians, partners with ADA to raise awareness of need for glucagon
Xeris Pharmaceuticals has teamed up with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to raise awareness of the importance of ...
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ADA Partners with Xeris for Glucagon Educational Campaign
The two organizations will produce educational materials about the medicine and its importance for people living with type 1 ...
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The Glucagonostatic and Insulinotropic Effects of Glucagon-like Peptide 1 Contribute Equally to its Glucose-lowering Action
Objective—Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) exerts beneficial antidiabetic actions via effects on pancreatic β- and α-cells. Previous studies have focused on the improvements in β-cell function ...
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Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists and Their Effects on Appetite and Behavior
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are a class of medications primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Recent research has expanded their potential applications ...
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ADA, Xeris partner on glucagon campaign
CHICAGO and ARLINGTON, Va. - The American Diabetes Association and a national supporter, Xeris Pharmaceuticals, have formed a multi-year strategic partnership to reinforce the importance of prescribin ...