The PMPM medical spend for a diabetic member on GLP-1s was about 40% lower than the medical spend for a diabetic member not on GLP-1s
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However, patients should be monitored for potential dehydration from gastrointestinal side effects, which could affect kidney function
It can even improve skin tone and elasticity, appearance of hair and nails, help treat chronic depression, pancreatitis, and more
And, as noted above, Wegovy (semaglutide) study participants lost an average of 15% (34 pounds) of their body weight after 68 weeks