glp-1 and mood The Role of Medications in Psychiatry GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide, liraglutide, tirzepatide, have emerged as valuable adjuncts in psychiatry due to their ability to promote weight loss and GLP-1 trials show mood improvement

Important safety considerations for transdermal patches: Avoid applying external heat (such as heating pads, hot water bottles, electric blankets, or prolonged sun exposure) to the patch area, as this may increase drug absorption and side effects Do not cut patches or apply additional adhesives unless specifically instructed to do so Wash hands thoroughly after handling patches to avoid transferring medication to eyes or mucous membranes For patients currently using licensed injectable GLP-1 receptor agonists, continue to follow the administration instructions provided in the PIL and by your healthcare team

Key takeaways GLP-1 agonists are a class of drugs that were originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, but their use has expanded to include weight loss, heart and kidney disease risk reduction, and management of obstructive sleep apnea

Patients should never attempt to manipulate prefilled pens to achieve microdoses, as this risks dosing errors and contamination

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