For patients experiencing significant adverse effects, dose adjustments or alternative therapies may be necessary
Geographic Availability Available in all 50 states via virtual care Clinical Oversight and Safety Prescribers are board-certified in obesity and internal medicine
They were primarily prescribed for diabetes at first, but many patients have started to turn to them for additional uses that include cardiovascular health and especially weight loss
If Kaiser denies your appeal, California members can request an Independent Medical Reviewan external review by physicians not employed by Kaiser
Was denied for mild sleep apnea
Medical experts recommend evidence-based approaches including caloric restriction, at least 150 minutes of weekly exercise, behavioral interventions, and dietary patterns like Mediterranean or DASH diets