GLP-1 drugs are covered under TRICARE, and patients should talk with their doctor about this treatment option and seek prior authorization to better understand what it takes to actually access them
While Ozempic may sometimes be prescribed off-label for weight loss, it is only FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes
However, the clinical success of tirzepatide suggests that pharmacologic GIP receptor activation can enhance the efficacy of GLP-1 receptor agonism
A more scientifically rigorous approach would be gradual: establish baselines, introduce interventions one at a time, and reassess after a few months
If patients are not following those directions, it could inhibit proper absorption and affect the efficacy of the medication, she said
Tirzepatide uses milligrams for pen doses but units for vial-drawn doses