In 2023, total commercial spending (gross) on GLP-1 drugs in Massachusetts is projected to surpass $270 million, more than double the spending in 2022, which was nearly $125 million
Side effects can include muscle loss, digestive issues, nausea, and malnutrition due to decreased appetite
Support for senile dementia, Alzheimers, depression
Its established specialty pharmacy capability includes utilization management and a site-of-care program combined with its digital experience, proprietary Real-Time Intercept capability, and an in-house Pharmacy Services team comprised of doctors, pharmacists and analysts to intercept members earlier in their care journeys to offer high-value, clinically appropriate medication alternatives
In patients without thyroid glands relying on exogenous hormone replacement, these predispositions may offer additional insight into metabolic flexibility and peptide therapy tolerance
A pilot study investigating copper tripeptide topicals for aged skin found they increased skin thickness, improved hydration, boosted collagen synthesis, and increased elasticity