To be considered eligible, patients must have: A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or greater, and Four or more of the following diagnosed health conditions: o Type 2 diabetes o Hypertension (high blood pressure) o Cardiovascular disease (including heart disease or stroke) o Obstructive sleep apnoea o Dyslipidaemia (high cholesterol) Currently, very few patients meet these criteria
Studies suggest these medications may reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in some people possibly through their effects on inflammation, brain reward pathways, or simply as a result of improved metabolic health
Nikravan may prescribe these medications for people with a BMI between 25 and 30 if theres a health factor in play
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