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You might also qualify if your BMI is 27 and you have any of the following weight-related conditions: Heart disease High blood pressure High cholesterol Sleep apnea Type 2 diabetes Because BMI, a score based on your height and weight, is not a fail-proof indicator of your overall health, your provider will typically review additional factors in your medical profile, including Weight loss history, including dietary and lifestyle behaviors and changes Medical history, including any conditions that affect your weight, such as hypothyroidism Current medications, to identify those that negatively interact with GLP-1 drugs Motivations and goals, including the willingness to adopt a comprehensive weight loss strategy and not just rely on medication After a thorough review of your health history, lab panel, and other factors, your provider may indicate that youre an excellent candidate for GLP-1 treatment
To qualify, you must have a documented diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and have previously tried other standard, first-line glucose-lowering medications without achieving your target A1C goals
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