While these medications don't directly damage eye structures, clinical evidence shows they may worsen diabetic retinopathy in specific circumstancesparticularly when patients with pre-existing retinal disease experience rapid blood sugar improvements
BCBS plans usually require prior authorization to cover Wegovy, and it may have a higher copay than generic or preferred brand drugs
The recommended doses above should cause no side effects
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