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September 10, 2025Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy

Incretins for obesity: closer to a nicotine patch than a silver bullet

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IDIsabella DippelMAMegan AdelmanKOKevin M. Olson

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Overview

Narrative review identifies efficacy of incretin drug therapy and critical behavioral interventions for obesity.

Key Points

  • Incretin drug therapy can result in significant weight loss for selected patients, but long-term adherence is often challenging.
  • Evidence indicates that combining incretin therapy with behavioral interventions enhances physical activity and dietary health.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is necessary for effective obesity management, emphasizing the importance of personalized support.
  • Understanding the potential adverse effects of incretin therapy is critical for managing patient expectations and outcomes.

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Dippel et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23b08b210217d647836afhttps://doi.org/10.1080/14656566.2025.2557458
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