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Orforglipron, an Oral Small-Molecule GLP-1 Receptor Agonist for Obesity Treatment.

The New England journal of medicine·November 6, 2025·PMID 40960239

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Orforglipron is a nonpeptide oral GLP-1 agonist, offering a potential alternative to injectable agents for obesity management. Its efficacy and safety profile in a large phase 3 trial support its role in expanding treatment options, particularly for patients averse to injections.

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