FDA-Approved Eligibility Criteria: Primary Qualification (BMI-Based): You qualify if: BMI 30 (obesity category), OR BMI 27 (overweight category) PLUS at least one weight-related health condition BMI Reference Guide: Weight-Related Health Conditions (For BMI 27-29.9): Qualifying conditions include: Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes Hypertension (high blood pressure) High cholesterol or dyslipidemia Obstructive sleep apnea Cardiovascular disease Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Osteoarthritis exacerbated by weight If you have BMI 27-29.9 with any of these conditions, you qualify
It also produces mild satiety effects through CNS circuits
Cagrilintide, a long-acting amylin analogue, is frequently paired with incretins in study designs
16 The agencies pointed out 17 that commenters also noted that enabling States to more easily and, perhaps, therefore, more frequently, update their EHB-benchmark plans could result in expanded coverage for, among other things, maternity care, substance use disorder care, obesity care, and chronic disease management. So while most current EHB benchmark plans do not include coverage for anti-obesity medications, that could certainly change in the coming years
It encourages gradual fat loss while preserving lean muscle
The individualized metabolic care program knows what your body needs and adapts with you over time