My doctor and I talked about this last year, had recommended a GLP-1 a few times to not only address what I was feeling about my weight, but treat plaque in my arteries and high blood pressure, Cohen said on the September 9, 2025, episode of his SiriusXM Andy Cohen Live radio show
Both LIRA and SEMA have demonstrated nephroprotective effects in individuals with diabetes, suggesting that systolic blood pressure and HbA1c levelsrather than weightare the most influential mediators, although other factors also play a role (Fig
Due to shortages of the FDA-approved GLP-1 drugs, like semaglutide and tirzepatide, which are used for type 2 diabetes and weight management, some patients have used compounded versions of the drugs
The makers of tirzepatide/Mounjaro (Lilly) are currently offering a co-pay savings card of $25 per month for specific individuals who qualify, which can be found on their website
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