Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed
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In December 2025, the administration also introduced the BALANCE (Better Approaches to Lifestyle and Nutrition for Comprehensive hEalth) model, a five year CMS Innovation Center (CMMI) model that intends to expand access to obesity drugs in Medicaid and Medicare by negotiating lower GLP-1 prices with manufacturers