That includes investigational products, compounded products, and anything obtained outside standard pharmacy channels
Before we dive into the 'how,' let's clarify the 'what.' GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists are a class of medications that mimic a natural hormone your gut produces
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Sasson explains, "There is a lot of variability in how patients respond to GLPs