Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) inhibit insulin secretion and action in pancreatic β cells

  • Roi Isaac
  • , Sigalit Boura-Halfon
  • , Diana Gurevitch
  • , Alla Shainskaya
  • , Yechiel Levkovitz
  • , Yehiel Zick

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Abstract

Background: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are used for the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders. Results: SSRIs inhibit insulin action and secretion, promote the unfolded protein response, and induce apoptosis of pancreatic β cells. Conclusion: SSRIs inhibit insulin signaling and beta cell function. Significance: SSRIs might accelerate the transition from an insulin-resistant state to overt diabetes.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)5682-5693
Number of pages12
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume288
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - 22 Feb 2013
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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