SSRIs and SNRIs (sertraline, escitalopram, duloxetine)
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Some studies found that it could increase HDL (good) cholesterol while lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol
Evaluation: Body fat (DXA scanning) Lean mass Insulin sensitivity Energy expenditure What they found: The combination showed an additive effect on fat reduction vs monotherapy AOD-9604 partially protected lean mass during GLP-1-induced weight reduction Increased energy expenditure in combination (~3 % vs GLP-1 alone) No new safety signals Why it matters: It validates the concept of combination , the idea that AOD-9604 may not work on its own, but can add value in combination with incretin agonists
Clinical studies have shown remarkable outcomes, positioning retatrutide as a superior peptide for obesity and weight management research