beta-cell function and glucose metabolism
Like Mounjaro, semaglutide mimics GLP-1, but its unique properties set it apart from other medications in its class
GLP-1 medications are approved for adults who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of at least 27 plus a weight-related medical condition, such as the following: Type 2 diabetes High blood pressure High cholesterol Obstructive sleep apnea Cardiovascular disease that increases the risk of heart attack or stroke MASH, or metabolic dysfunctionassociated steatohepatitis, a form of liver inflammation Avlin Imaeda, MD, PhD, a Yale Medicine gastroenterologist who is board-certified in obesity medicine, notes that qualifying for the medication based on heart disease aloneoften necessary for insurance coveragecan be challenging
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