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Doctors often recommend starting GLP-1 medications at a low dose and gradually increasing it

Freezing can damage the active ingredient and make the medication unsafe or ineffective

People who are obese (have a BMI greater than or equal to 30) are clinically eligible for GLP-1 drugs, but employer plans may set additional BMI requirements to cover GLP-1 drug use under obesity

Key Insight : The total GLP-1 spend per member per month has more than tripled from $5.29 in 2020 to $18.27 in 2023 , indicating a rapid and significant shift in healthcare spending patterns

GLP-1 medications are often used specifically to promote weight loss, and the metabolic changes accompanying that process can affect bone turnover and lower bone density, says Dr