MS-0873

MS-0873

A 56-year-old patient visits his primary care physician for a follow-up on his diabetes treatment. He is currently taking metformin and expresses concern about adding more medications that may lead to hypoglycemia. The patient has a medical history of bladder cancer, which was treated through surgery. On examination, the only notable finding is an elevated body mass index of 32 kg/m².

Based on recent blood test results, with an HbA1c level of 61 mmol/L (<48), the GP wants to prescribe a medication that does not cause weight gain or hypoglycemia. What is the probable mechanism of action of this drug?