In schizophrenia, immune activation upregulates pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IFN-, IL-1, TNF-), which activate indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) via both IFN- receptor (IFN-R)-dependent and independent pathways (e.g., synergistic action of TLR4, IL-1R, TNF-R) (215)
The authors attributed the superiority specifically to the additive GIPR component, as semaglutide provides equivalent GLP-1R engagement at approved doses
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While clinical trials have shown that Tirzepatide significantly lowers blood sugar levels and aids in weight loss among patients with type 2 diabetes, its important to be cognizant of potential side effects, such as gastrointestinal symptoms
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