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"Under no circumstances should you turn to unregulated alternatives just to save money." "For compounded products, youre paying by ounce, while with big pharma, youre paying for a monthly supply," she went on
In general, and similar to FDA-approved labeling for GLP-1 weight-management medications, you may be considered for a GLP-1 prescription if you: Have a BMI of 30 or higher (obesity), or Have a BMI between 2729.9 (overweight) plus a weight-related health condition Weight-related conditions can include high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, or PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), for example
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Heavier patients often see faster initial losses