also offers brand-name Ozempic/Wegovy
46 In patients with T2DM, the Tirzepatide versus Semaglutide once weekly in patients with T2DM (SURPASS-2) trial compared tirzepatide with semaglutide 1 mg (both as add-on therapies to metformin) and found tirzepatide was either noninferior or superior at all doses (5 mg, 10 mg 15 mg), for both HbA 1c reduction and weight loss at 40 weeks
Because coinsurance amounts are pegged to the list price, Medicare beneficiaries required to pay coinsurance could face monthly costs of $325 to $430 before they reach the new cap on annual out-of-pocket drug spending established by the Inflation Reduction Act around $3,300 in 2024, based on brand drugs only, and $2,000 in 2025
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The program may include compounded GLP-1 or GLP-1/GIP medications, virtual consultations with licensed nurse providers, ongoing monitoring, and home delivery through a licensed 503B compounding pharmacy
Dose adjustments, anti-nausea medications, or dietary counseling with a registered dietitian may be appropriate