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Wegovy is also approved to help reduce the risk of heart disease in people with excess weight
Moreover, several investigators have found evidence of decreased activity of TPP-dependent enzymes, -ketoglutarate dehydrogenase and transketolase, in the brains of patients who died of AD (59)
This inverse relationship highlights a potential neurovascular mechanism by which excessive GABAergic inhibition may reduce metabolic activity and impair cortical connectivity, further exacerbating PTSD symptoms
Common lab tests for weight loss medication candidates include a comprehensive metabolic panel to assess kidney and liver function, lipid panel to check cholesterol levels, thyroid function tests, hemoglobin A1C to screen for diabetes or prediabetes, and complete blood count
