Peter Balazs, a hormone and weight-loss specialist practicing in New York and New Jersey, reflected on results of the STEP UP clinical trial, on which the drug's approval was based
If a GLP-1 is not available or not affordable for you, there are still many other effective tools for improving your diabetes control and weight
It may be a good fit for patients who want a proven GLP-1 pathway, are newer to this medication class, prefer a simpler mechanism, or want a balance between appetite support and tolerability
For uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis, first-line treatment typically involves topical azole antifungals such as clotrimazole pessaries or cream, available over the counter from pharmacies
The mean reduction in HbA1c seen in insulin glargine arm at 26 weeks was -1.3%
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