According to the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority of India, the volume of generic medications has increased by 15% annually, contributing to shrinking profit margins for proprietary GLP-1 drugs
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However, several key considerations must inform their clinical application
It is SUPER important to understand that if you have Hashimotos/autoimmune thyroiditis or youre on thyroid medication, be very cautious with iodine because it may worsen the autoimmune impact on your thyroid, especially in the case of selenium deficiency
Other treatments include retinoids and azelaic acid , which can help in reducing pigmentation and promoting skin turnover
Instead, our focus is on weight management through telehealth services with medications expressly sanctioned for that purpose, such as Wegovy, Oral Wegovy, Zepbound, and Foundayo