Ricks told me that Lilly has struck a deal with Medicare to cover the new pill and other GLP-1 treatments for a copay of $50 per month
GLP-1 medications have provided significant advancement in our approach to managing diabetes and weight-related issues
Despite robust clinical evidence, barriers such as high costs, limited access, lack of awareness of approved indications, and practitioner hesitancy continue to impede widespread adoption
Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception while taking GLP-1 medications, and semaglutide should be discontinued at least 2 months before a planned pregnancy
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