Multi-dose vials, once accessed with a needle, have additional storage considerations related to sterility maintenance
It additionally reduces food intake by lowering appetite and slows down digestion in the stomach
Some patients need slower titration
Medicaid Coverage by State Medicaid coverage for weight loss medication varies dramatically by state, and this variability is one of the most significant equity issues in obesity medicine
While pre-clinical data has been encouraging, clinical evidence remains limited
If you experience minimal side effects and are losing weight steadily, your prescribed dose may advance from 2.5 mg to 5 mg, then 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and finally 15 mg