PA ensures that the drug is medically necessary and that patients have attempted other front-line therapies (like low-cost generics and lifestyle programs) if clinically appropriate
Whats newer is their wider use in obesity and metabolic health management at specific dosages
Its impact on hormones and liver health demonstrates it can be used to address issues such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome
For safety, keep out of the reach of children and pets
Bariatric surgery itself increases endogenous GLP-1 levels, particularly after RYGB, contributing to improved glycemic control and weight loss
Young: We already know that Wegovy, for instance, has been approved for cardiovascular-risk reduction, so weve seen that