Many commercial insurance plans in Florida now cover GLP-1 medications with prior authorization, typically requiring a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 with conditions like type 2 diabetes
However, its best to consult with your provider to see what your body needs
Refractory gastroparesis can be successfully managed with endoscopic transpyloric stent placement and fixation (with video)
Supplementation with carnitine reduces the severity of constipation: a retrospective study of patients with severe motor and intellectual disabilities
While some medications carry risks and side effects, like any other medication, using FDA-approved medications as prescribed by a medical professional is safe and effective
For patients with a very specific goal of fat metabolism support, it can be a useful tool, but it is not a replacement for tesamorelin when visceral fat reduction is the clinical objective