Hence, a doctor's consultation is required before use in severe kidney disease
If youve spent any time scrolling through social media lately, youve likely seen the buzz surrounding GLP-1 medications
That means theyre intended to be used as an addition to, not instead of, regular exercise, a balanced diet and other tried and true components of healthy living. Thats not to say that GLP-1 medications are ineffective when taken alone, Friedeman notes
We invite you to join our webinar titled GLP-1 Drugs: Whats Next after FDAs Resolution of Drug Shortages on December 4, 2024 to learn more about these issues
You'll need prior authorization, which typically requires BMI 30 (or 27 with comorbidities), 6 months of documented lifestyle efforts, and possibly step therapy
It takes time to get a firm grasp of the true risk profile of a drug