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Gastrointestinal issues that are common with semaglutide may increase a persons risk of developing deep vein thrombosis
"I've been a doctor for over 30 years, and only a few drugs have made me say, 'oh my God'," says Prof Ketan Dhatariya, consultant in diabetes, endocrinology and general medicine at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
But in March 2024, after clinical trial results published in November 2023 showed that semaglutide-based GLP-1s such as Novo Nordisks Wegovy can reduce cardiovascular incidents, Medicare announced that Part D plans could cover Wegovy for patients with an elevated body mass index (BMI) and established cardiovascular disease. Medicare has yet to provide an exact definition of established cardiovascular disease, so its unclear how many beneficiaries would qualify for the coverage
Treatment Overview Common Questions Most patients experience minimal discomfort during the procedure