These medications mimic the effects of a naturally occurring hormone called GLP-1, which is released in response to food intake
Canadian approval, when it comes, will include comprehensive safety information
However, lower dose does not guarantee zero side effects
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He noted that most significant savings would happen at a starting BMI of around 40, but added that those savings still may not be great enough to pay for the current list price of these drugs. Cawley said there are numerous other reasons to cover the drug, though, such as improving someones quality of life