Those with allergic reactions to GLP-1 receptor agonists should also seek medical guidance
Mollen was taking Tirzepatide, a GLP-1 that can regulate a person's blood sugar, appetite and digestion, and is typically used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, along with a "cocktail of peptides"
Despite being the leading cause of mortality worldwide, 4,5 CVDs are still largely managed with small-molecule drugs
Tirzepatide has a 5-day half-life and is designed for once-weekly subcutaneous injection
This includes elevated LDL cholesterol, elevated triglycerides, or low HDL cholesterol
Mitochondrial fission is associated with apoptosis (51), and increased fission can lead to mitochondrial fragmentation, reduced membrane potential, and decreased ATP production