Safety & Key Considerations Common GI adverse effects (class-related) Important risks: pancreatitis, AKI, gallbladder disease, hypoglycemia Boxed warning: thyroid C-cell tumors Contraindicated in MTC and MEN2 Clinical Takeaways Do not combine with other GLP-1 receptor agonists Represents a major shift toward non-injectable incretin therapy Likely to compete with agents like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide May significantly expand real-world uptake, especially in patients hesitant about injections Big Picture This isnt just a new drug it signals a paradigm shift
Sources: Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC)/Association of Anaesthetists guidance, Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS) advice on perioperative management of GLP-1 receptor agonists
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To qualify, you must be 18, have Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage) and meet the programs clinical criteria: A BMI of 35 or higher A BMI of 30 or higher and one or more of the following conditions: a diagnosis of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, uncontrolled hypertension while on at least two blood pressure medications, or chronic kidney disease stage 3a or above A BMI of 27 or higher and one or more of the following conditions a diagnosis of pre-diabetes, a previous heart attack or stroke, or symptomatic peripheral artery disease Those with type 2 diabetes, moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea, or MASH (fatty liver disease) are ineligible for the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program
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