Abstract Tesamorelin, a growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analog, has garnered significant attention for its potential to treat nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in HIV patients. NAFLD is highly prevalent among individuals living with HIV, often presenting with a more aggressive disease course compared to the general population. Despite its prevalence, effective pharmacologic treatments for HIV-associated […]

Abstract Liraglutide, a well-known GLP-1 receptor agonist primarily used for managing diabetes and obesity, has recently shown promising potential in enhancing cognitive function in individuals with obesity. This blog explores the groundbreaking findings from a recent study published in Nature Metabolism, which demonstrates Liraglutide’s ability to normalize impaired associative learning in obese patients. The study […]

Abstract Afamelanotide has emerged as a groundbreaking treatment for preventing phototoxicity in patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP), a rare genetic disorder characterized by severe pain and skin damage upon exposure to light. This blog post delves into the genetic background and symptoms of EPP, highlighting the debilitating impact it has on patients’ quality of life. […]