As obesity and metabolic dysfunction in psychiatric patients trigger higher morbidity and mortality rates than in the general population, there is a heightened urgency for their prevention and early correction
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That low bioavailability alters anticipated dosing, risk, and benefit
"Lowercost semaglutide could significantly expand access to effective treatment, particularly in middle-income countries where price has been a major barrier," Simon Barquera, president of the World Obesity Federation, told AFP
It is prescribed as Ozempic for type 2 diabetes or as Wegovy for chronic weight management under strict prior authorization protocols