This side effect is what allowed Ozempic to move beyond diabetology and become widely known to the general public
These include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, belching, and heartburn
See the difference for yourself: 83% of commercial insurance plans require prior authorization, step therapy, or both before a patient can access a GLP-1 prescribed for obesity
Also, keep in mind that Patient Assistance Programs usually only cover the medication when its prescribed for its approved use, so using it for weight loss without type 2 diabetes may not qualify
At Highland Longevity, every prescription is tracked with DEXA body composition scanning so you lose fat, not muscle
Retatrutide should not be used without professional screening, especially for people with diabetes, digestive disorders, gallbladder issues, thyroid concerns, or a history of pancreatitis