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    GlossaryLiraglutide

    medication mimicking GLP-1 hormone to regulate blood sugar

    Liraglutide is a medication that mimics a hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) to help regulate blood sugar levels and appetite. It is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes under the brand name Victoza and for weight management under the brand name Saxenda.

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