Medicare and Medicaid are known for inconsistent coverage in this arena
In 2020, Saxenda was approved for children and adolescents 12 years and older with obesity or overweight with an associated health problem, such as high blood pressure
LY3437943 is a triagonist peptide activating GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors in concert
Current guidelines recommend that anyone who may benefit from obesity treatment including people using GLP-1 medications should have access to comprehensive support for healthy weight management (4)
Weight regain can occur with either option if long-term eating habits, hydration, activity, and routine consistency become difficult to maintain over time
Retatrutide helps the body reduce calorie intake by lowering appetite and cravings, but it also stimulates fat metabolism through its glucagon activity