Factors such as medical history, tolerance, side effects, lifestyle habits, and treatment goals all play an important role in determining which medication is most appropriate
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The FDA-approved prescribing information for GLP-1 receptor agonists does not mandate routine liver function testing in otherwise healthy individuals
Other serious side effects that require immediate medical intervention include unexplained muscle pain, dark brown urine, signs of increased calcium levels, high blood pressure symptoms, palpitations, low blood sugar, seizures, signs of decreased blood platelet count or anemia, bronchitis symptoms, and signs of dermatitis exfoliative such as rashes or skin peeling
Even with lower prices, increased demand and utilization mean GLP-1s will likely remain a top pharmacy cost driver for the foreseeable future