With most insurance plans, you'll usually need to get approval from your insurance before filling a prescription for Ozempic and similar drugs, called GLP-1s
In a New York Times opinion column explaining why the FDA is taking action this week, Commissioner Marty Makary highlighted online pharmacies marketing drugs without presenting an adequate balance of risks, and in particular a Super Bowl ad from Hims & Hers parading the benefits of GLP-1 drugs without any mention of side effects. But the compounding letters scope is narrower than that messaging suggests
At the time of recruitment to the study, SGLT2 inhibitors were not specifically licensed for use to reduce CKD progression, so only 15% of participants were taking these
Open communication with your healthcare provider ensures the most effective medical advice and care, prioritizing your well-being
Rare but serious risks, such as pancreatitis, must also be considered