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Scientists discover new enzyme that could supercharge weight-loss drugs

New York Post·Jeanne Erickson·6 months ago
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Scientists have discovered an enzyme that could make popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy last longer and work faster — potentially supercharging diabetes and weight-loss treatments.

The enzyme called PapB works by “tying off” peptide drugs into tight ring shapes through a process called macrocyclization, making them tougher and more resistant to breaking down in the body, according to researchers at the University of Utah, who published their findings in ACS Publications .

Researchers have discovered a way to supercharge drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy in the future.…

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