These newer-generation SUs are often superior to other drug classes in terms of speed in achieving in glycemic control, offer better protection against adverse cardiac and renal outcomes, and show low incidences of untoward side effects that can rival those of other DM drugs, making them the safer option among SUs
Will my insurance cover semaglutide or tirzepatide
High levels of body fat especially visceral fat surrounding internal organs increase the likelihood of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes and contribute to hypertension, high cholesterol and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke
Maybe theres something physical, mental or emotional going on that is underlying that difficulty that we can help with. A holistic medical evaluation should always occur before a GLP-1 drug is ever prescribed.
Consider decreasing if: Side effects are intolerable despite management strategies, weight loss is faster than 3 pounds per week consistently (which increases gallstone and muscle loss risk), or you have reached your goal weight and want to find the minimum effective maintenance dose