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Supplement benefits are most established for specific medical needs, not for general wellness or rapid weight loss
However, there are some cases in which hed prescribe semaglutide instead, including if you: Have cardiovascular disease Prefer to take a pill form over injections Have liver fibrosis or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) Frequently asked questions Is tirzepatide better than semaglutide
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At the same time, overall spending on GLP-1 drugs has grown substantially, with national pharmacy spend rising more than 500 % from 2018 to 2023, underscoring the economic impact on payers and employers alike