While individual agents can vary, a recent review identified an overall 2-fold increased risk for rapid, significant weight gain during treatment with antipsychotics as a class
These include: Avoiding late-night meals and reducing foods that trigger reflux (spicy foods, citrus, caffeine, alcohol)
However, its important to continue following a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, to maintain weight loss achieved with the medication
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This dual action helps improve blood sugar control and supports significant, sustainable weight loss
Utilization management is a set of strategies used by insurers to ensure costly drugs such as GLP-1s are used safely, appropriately and cost-effectively