There have been some prior studies that show favorable mental health outcomes for patients on GLP-1, and this study builds a stronger case for mental benefits of specific GLP-1s, says Dr
The medication is administered once weekly via subcutaneous injection, typically starting at 2.5 mg and gradually increasing by 2.5 mg every 4 weeks up to a maximum of 15 mg, to minimise gastrointestinal side effects
In a mouse model, direct injections of human recombinant IGF-1 at two, five, and seven days after injury enhanced muscle healing in lacerated, contused, and strain-injured muscles [7]
Both programs were discontinued for commercial reasons, not safety
Safety: most dogs tolerate it well, but digestive upset can happen start low, give with food, and pause if anything seems off
The medication's effects are most pronounced in the upper gastrointestinal tract, particularly affecting gastric motility