Frontiers in pharmacology

What people in Saudi Arabia know, think, and do about using GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines

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Abstract

A study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of GLP-1 receptor agonist users in Saudi Arabia.

  • There is a rapid increase in the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management and blood sugar control in Saudi Arabia.
  • Concerns exist regarding the inappropriate use and safety of GLP-1 receptor agonists among users.
  • Misconceptions about GLP-1 receptor agonist therapies are prevalent among the user population.
  • Factors associated with knowledge, attitudes, and practices of users were identified in the assessment.

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