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In the UK, commonly prescribed GLP-1 medications include semaglutide (Ozempic for diabetes, Wegovy for weight management), liraglutide (Victoza for diabetes, Saxenda for weight management), and dulaglutide (Trulicity for diabetes only)
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Some states may require a video consultation to have any prescriptions approved
Part D enrollees using a GLP-1 for type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, or other Medicare-covered uses will continue accessing the drug through their Part D plan and paying their plans cost-sharing requirement, even if its more than the $50 copayment for GLP-1s for obesity under the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge
Kumar explains, adding that those taking Ozempic off-label or Wegovy would need to continue taking it for weight maintenance, too