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Why are slowing the rate of gastric emptying and suppressing glucagon secretion important?

April 26, 2017emptying Gastric glucagon rate secretion slowing suppressing

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Why are slowing the rate of gastric emptying and suppressing glucagon secretion important?

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These actions are poorly regulated in patients with type 2 diabetes. Dysfunctional gastric emptying and excess glucagon secretion in type 2 diabetes contribute to poor glycemic control. Through multiple mechanisms of action, BYETTA addresses many of these concerns and leads to improved glycemic control, including A1C reduction.