Clinics in dermatology

Skin Reactions and Injection Site Problems Linked to Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use

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Abstract

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are associated with both gastrointestinal and significant cutaneous adverse events.

  • GLP-1RAs are prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity, indicating their growing therapeutic role.
  • Gastrointestinal adverse events are the most commonly recognized side effects of GLP-1RAs.
  • Cutaneous adverse events represent a substantial proportion of total adverse reactions linked to GLP-1RAs.

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