They tried a few tricks: DPP-4-resistant versions: tweaking the GLP-1 molecule so DPP-4 cant see where to cut it Fatty acid tails: causing the GLP-1 to latch onto albumin in your blood, hiding from DPP-4 Encapsulation: wrapping the molecule in protective coatings so it survives longer before being exposed to enzymes These hacks meant the drug could hang out in the bloodstream for hours, or even days, instead of minutes
This setup, combined with early input from process chemists, helps avoid scalability pitfalls
doi: 10.1001/archfaci.7.1.27
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When deficiency is suspected based on clinical features (fatigue, paraesthesia, cognitive changes) or risk factors (vegan diet, gastric surgery, certain medications), serum B12 measurement guides appropriate intervention