In 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Ozempic, which contains semaglutide as the main active ingredient, as a treatment for type 2 diabetes
The "what is included" question matters as much as the headline number: most plans bundle the medication, syringes, alcohol swabs, and unlimited provider messaging, but consultation fees, dose escalation fees, and cold-chain shipping surcharges can add $25 to $75 per month if you do not look closely
Still, one problem observed in people with high blood pressure is that their kidneys seem to hold onto more sodium, which can lead to the body retaining excess water, increasing blood pressure over time 4
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Many insurers look for obesity, or overweight plus a related health condition