Skip to main content

Metabolic Agents

Meaning

Metabolic Agents are a broad category of pharmacological or nutritional compounds designed to influence or modify specific biochemical pathways involved in cellular energy production, substrate utilization, or anabolic/catabolic balance. These agents are clinically utilized to treat conditions characterized by metabolic dysfunction, such as type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, and obesity. Their therapeutic goal is to restore metabolic flexibility and optimize energy expenditure.