Genetic Factors That Shape Your Semaglutide Response The PlexusDx Precision Peptide Genetic Test analyzes GIPR (rs1800437) and FTO (rs9939609) variants that relate to GLP-1 and related signaling pathways
In 2024 semaglutide (Wegovy) became the first weight loss drug to also be approved for the reduction of risk of serious cardiovascular events in patients with cardiovascular disease and obesity or overweight
Upon analysis, researchers found that participants who took GLP-1 medications experienced significant neurological and behavioral health benefits, including a reduced risk of substance addiction to alcohol, cannabis, opioids, and stimulants, compared to those taking traditional diabetes medications
Many patients safely switch from one medication to the other under supervision
The molecular formula is approximately CHNOS, yielding an average molecular weight of roughly 4,409 g/mol (~4.4 kDa)