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This is due to its ability to regulate blood sugar, reduce appetite, and slow digestion, resulting in weight loss as a common side effect

In addition to their cardiovascular benefits, GLP-1 RAs also confer renal protection, demonstrating a 19% reduction in composite renal outcomes, a 16% reduction in end-stage kidney disease, a 21% reduction in kidney function decline [6]

For formal handling thresholds and time limits, refer back to the official FDA prescribing information for device-specific guidance

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These combined effects make GLP-1 receptor agonists particularly valuable for patients with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese