Several options may reduce costs, including manufacturer savings programs (Novo Nordisk offers a Wegovy savings card for eligible patients), insurance prior authorization for Wegovy, and in some cases compounded semaglutide through a licensed pharmacy (note: compounded medications are not FDA-approved
But starting semaglutide means youre likely to experience gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, severe stomach pain, vomiting, discomfort, diarrhea, or constipation
For non-emergent bleeding, use telehealth for rapid triage
Abbasinejad, MD , at Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab for expert guidance
Among the major updates in the litigation, an important Rule 702 hearing scheduled for mid-May is approaching