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20 For the remaining 9 in 10, a GLP-1 prescription can serve as a jumpstart, helping them lose enough weight to make important lifestyle changes possible
CVS, however, will cover Wegovy in its formularies, a rival GLP-1 drug by Novo Nordisk
[3] Cytoreductive therapy [3] [11] [24] [27] Indications [3] [11] [27] High-risk polycythemia vera Low-risk polycythemia vera with any of the following: Polycythemia refractory to phlebotomy Persistent or progressive symptoms despite phlebotomy and aspirin therapy [17] [27] First-line: hydroxyurea [3] [11] Alternatives (e.g., refractory to or unable to tolerate hydroxyurea) [3] [11] JAK2 inhibitor, e.g., ruxolitinib (in patients with symptomatic splenomegaly) Pegylated interferon-alpha Busulfan (in older patients) [11] [15] [27] Further prevention of thromboembolic events [11] [15] [24] All patients: Start antiplatelet drugs (e.g., aspirin ) unless contraindicated
As with any injection procedure, some possible side effects and complications could arise