Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence

Introduction Obesity affects over 650 million adults worldwide and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. Among those affected are patients treated with antipsychotics, such as clozapine and olanzapine, which often lead to significant weight gain, increasing the ris...

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Main Authors: Natalia Gniaź, Aleksandra Górska, Wiktor Grela, Jagoda Niewiadomska, Daria Furtak, Dawid Tulej, Paulina Głogowska, Alicja Dziedzic, Dominika Marciniuk, Natalia Marko
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Published: Kazimierz Wielki University 2024-12-01
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author Natalia Gniaź
Aleksandra Górska
Wiktor Grela
Jagoda Niewiadomska
Daria Furtak
Dawid Tulej
Paulina Głogowska
Alicja Dziedzic
Dominika Marciniuk
Natalia Marko
author_facet Natalia Gniaź
Aleksandra Górska
Wiktor Grela
Jagoda Niewiadomska
Daria Furtak
Dawid Tulej
Paulina Głogowska
Alicja Dziedzic
Dominika Marciniuk
Natalia Marko
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description Introduction Obesity affects over 650 million adults worldwide and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. Among those affected are patients treated with antipsychotics, such as clozapine and olanzapine, which often lead to significant weight gain, increasing the risk of metabolic syndrome. Recent advances with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), including semaglutide and liraglutide, show promise in addressing antipsychotic-induced obesity by reducing weight and improving metabolic health. Purpose The aim of this review is to present an overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the efficacy of GLP-1 RAs in the treatment of antipsychotic-induced obesity. Materials and methods This review is based on both original research studies and review articles identified through a comprehensive search of the PubMed database, using the following search terms: obesity, antipsychotic-induced weight gain, clozapine, olanzapine, adverse effect, GLP-1 receptors agonist.  Description of the state of knowledge GLP-1 RAs significantly reduce body weight and adipose tissue by suppressing appetite, particularly for high-fat foods. Clinical trials show improvements in lipid profiles, blood pressure, and inflammation, contributing to better metabolic health. However, their long-term effects, especially with different antipsychotics, remain insufficiently studied. Conclusions GLP-1 RAs show significant potential for managing antipsychotic-induced obesity, but further research is needed to assess long-term efficacy and safety in this population.
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spelling doaj-art-3bf329c97d1d4b449defda012340a3de2025-08-20T02:21:02ZengKazimierz Wielki UniversityJournal of Education, Health and Sport2391-83062024-12-017510.12775/JEHS.2024.75.56672Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current EvidenceNatalia Gniaź0Aleksandra Górska1Wiktor Grela2Jagoda Niewiadomska3Daria Furtak4Dawid Tulej5Paulina Głogowska6Alicja Dziedzic7Dominika Marciniuk8Natalia MarkoUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w LublinieUniwersytet Medyczny w Lublinie Introduction Obesity affects over 650 million adults worldwide and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. Among those affected are patients treated with antipsychotics, such as clozapine and olanzapine, which often lead to significant weight gain, increasing the risk of metabolic syndrome. Recent advances with glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), including semaglutide and liraglutide, show promise in addressing antipsychotic-induced obesity by reducing weight and improving metabolic health. Purpose The aim of this review is to present an overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the efficacy of GLP-1 RAs in the treatment of antipsychotic-induced obesity. Materials and methods This review is based on both original research studies and review articles identified through a comprehensive search of the PubMed database, using the following search terms: obesity, antipsychotic-induced weight gain, clozapine, olanzapine, adverse effect, GLP-1 receptors agonist.  Description of the state of knowledge GLP-1 RAs significantly reduce body weight and adipose tissue by suppressing appetite, particularly for high-fat foods. Clinical trials show improvements in lipid profiles, blood pressure, and inflammation, contributing to better metabolic health. However, their long-term effects, especially with different antipsychotics, remain insufficiently studied. Conclusions GLP-1 RAs show significant potential for managing antipsychotic-induced obesity, but further research is needed to assess long-term efficacy and safety in this population. https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/56672obesityantipsychotic-induced weight gainclozapineolanzapineadverse effectGLP-1 receptors agonist
spellingShingle Natalia Gniaź
Aleksandra Górska
Wiktor Grela
Jagoda Niewiadomska
Daria Furtak
Dawid Tulej
Paulina Głogowska
Alicja Dziedzic
Dominika Marciniuk
Natalia Marko
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
Journal of Education, Health and Sport
obesity
antipsychotic-induced weight gain
clozapine
olanzapine
adverse effect
GLP-1 receptors agonist
title Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
title_full Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
title_fullStr Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
title_full_unstemmed Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
title_short Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists as a Therapeutic Option for Antipsychotic-Induced Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence
title_sort glucagon like peptide 1 receptor agonists as a therapeutic option for antipsychotic induced obesity a review of current evidence
topic obesity
antipsychotic-induced weight gain
clozapine
olanzapine
adverse effect
GLP-1 receptors agonist
url https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/56672
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