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A small but growing body of evidence has explored this question: Castaeda et al., 2025 ( Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Womens Health ) Postmenopausal women treated with tirzepatide who were also using menopausal hormone therapy lost approximately 35% more weight than non-users

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Remember, however, that these medications dont work without significant lifestyle changes

Some payers are also relying on pharmacists in the community setting to confirm the patients diagnosis is appropriate prior to dispensing (i.e., the patient has T2DM if they are requesting a diabetes-approved GLP-1 RA)