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The reasons for the change include high and sometimes unpredictable costs, troublesome side effects, and co-occurring health challenges
Ozempic can be stored at temperatures up to 30C for up to 6 weeks after first use, while Saxenda can be stored at temperatures up to 30C for up to 30 days after first use
This is called prior authorization, and it means your doctor will need to submit a form to your insurance company showing that Ozempic is "medically necessary" for your health
GLP-1 receptor agonists cause fatigue primarily through indirect mechanisms including substantial caloric restriction from appetite suppression, gastrointestinal side effects leading to dehydration and nutritional deficits, and metabolic adaptation during weight loss
Some people have reportedly turned to compounding pharmacies to combat those high prices, according to ABC News reporting