OToole, D., Raisbeck, M., Case, J
Ikeji Last reviewed: 24 Sept 2025 GLP-1 patches are marketed as weight loss tools that conveniently deliver GLP-1-like effects, similar to medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy, but without the need for an injection
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For instance, increasing plasma glycine through injections may transiently augment inhibitory neurotransmission (potentially producing a mild sedative or muscle-relaxant effect) and support anabolic processes such as collagen deposition or antioxidant synthesis
In these cases, GLP-1 medications may serve multiple roles, helping to regulate insulin and blood sugar while also supporting gradual weight reduction