Biochim Biophys Acta - Bioenerg (2015) 1847(11):1387400
These included CT-996, a once-daily oral small-molecule oral GLP-1 receptor agonist, in Phase I, for treating obesity in patients with and without Type 2 diabetes, as well as two injectable clinical drug candidates: CT-388, a once-weekly subcutaneous injectable in Phase II, for treating obesity in patients with and without Type 2 diabetes, and CT-868, a once-daily subcutaneous injectable, in Phase II, for treating Type 1 diabetes patients with overweight or obesity
They may only offer that because they havent found a compounding pharmacy that offers the well studied and validated injectable versions of semaglutide or tirzepatide that work well
Diabetes with evidence of complications: retinopathy, neuropathy and congestive heart failure as well as hypertension and obesity
Common side effects (usually temporary): Nausea (most frequent, especially after injections) Constipation or loose stools Fatigue and low energy in the first few weeks Reduced appetite (this is also the intended effect) Injection site reactions Less common but serious: Pancreatitis (seek care immediately if you have severe abdominal pain) Gallbladder problems Changes in heart rate Rare thyroid concerns (see contraindications above) Staying well hydrated is important throughout treatment