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Based on interim phase 3 data from the ESSENCE trial, the Wegovy-branded formulation of semaglutide received accelerated approval in the United States in 2025 for adults with MASH and moderate-to-advanced fibrosis

Past studies show there are positive and negative side effects from GLP-1 medications

For example, different actions of GLP-1 receptor agonists such as delaying gastric emptying which leads to a prolonged feeling of fullness and reducing food intake lead to significant weight loss ( Endogenous GLP-1 has a short half-life since it is in 1-2 minutes degraded by the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4)

Effects of GLP-1 agonists on vascular endothelium Enhancing endothelial function A review of the literature revealed multiple preclinical studies on GLP-1R agonists in animal models demonstrating the molecular mechanisms behind their pharmacological effects

For clinicians, it opens the door to consider these medications not only for metabolic health but potentially for reducing alcohol-related harm