"Today's decision by the FDA reflects the continued progress in how we understand and treat patients with MASH, bringing us closer to care that meets the needs of people living with this disease." - Arun Sanyal, MD, director, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health, Virginia Commonwealth University Nearly 1 in 20 US individuals are living with MASHa severe form of fatty liver disease that can cause life-threatening outcomes if not treated properlyand around 1 in 3 individuals who are living with overweight or obesity also have MASH
Research Use Cases: Research shows that the Semaglutide-Cagrilintide Blend is particularly effective for individuals aiming to improve their metabolic health, manage their weight, and enhance insulin sensitivity
Due to the opt-in nature of this program, its difficult to estimate how many Medicaid beneficiaries could access lower pricing for these medications
Hormone changes may affect energy, appetite, body composition, sleep, and weight patterns for some patients
If previously receiving coverage is No, the form routes to provincial plan questions