They help reduce hunger between meals, prolong satiety, and slow gastric emptying
In the UK, sermorelin does not hold a current marketing authorisation for any indication and is not listed in the British National Formulary (BNF) as a licensed medicine
It affects the metabolism of fat cells, reducing fat accumulation and increasing muscle mass
Following injection the researchers determined the effects on stomach weight and brown adipose tissue uncoupling protein 1
Serious side effects are less common but may include pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, kidney problems related to dehydration, severe stomach problems, allergic reactions, low blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, vision changes, and a possible risk of thyroid tumors