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Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when your blood sugar levels are too high, often because of insufficient insulin. There are ways to effectively treat—and even reverse—this common condition.
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Drug Info
How to get Ozempic covered
Your insurance—and your healthcare provider—will require you to meet certain criteria
Dec. 28, 2023
Drug Info
Does Jardiance cause weight loss?
Jardiance is not approved for weight loss, but it’s used off label for weight loss in people with Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk
Jun. 10, 2022
Drug Info
Ozempic dosage chart
The Ozempic dosage chart on the drug label is for patients with diabetes, but your healthcare provider may prescribe similar instructions for weight loss
Feb. 20, 2024
Drug Info
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Ozempic?
Although Ozempic may be prescribed off-label for weight loss, Blue Cross Blue Shield may not cover it unless prescribed to help people with Type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar
Apr. 5, 2024
Drug Info
Ozempic interactions to avoid
Ozempic interacts with sulfonylureas, insulins, and certain medical conditions
Jan. 18, 2024
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Does Cigna cover Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro & Zepbound?
You might be able to get Cigna to cover your GLP-1 agonist—here’s how
May 5, 2024
Health Education
What are ketones, and why are they dangerous?
Ketones are an alternative fuel that is made in your liver when there is not enough glucose. If ketone levels get too high it can be dangerous.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2024
Drug Info
Can metformin cause weight loss?
Metformin may be used off-label for weight management in people predisposed to diabetes
Updated on Nov. 11, 2024
Drug Info
The best time to take Mounjaro
You should take Mounjaro once weekly on the same day each week at a time that fits your schedule
Apr. 17, 2024
Drug Info
How much is Wegovy without insurance?
Wegovy costs $1349 without insurance. Learn how to get Wegovy at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2024
Drug Info
Is it safe to take Ozempic and metformin together?
Taking Ozempic and metformin together, as prescribed by a healthcare professional, has shown very positive results in managing diabetes
Jul. 17, 2023