Because both forms are fast-acting, doctors usually choose the method based on safety, availability, and how predictable the response needs to be
Telemedicine Practice Standards States Regulate: Consultation Requirements: Some states require live video or phone (not just messaging) Others allow asynchronous (message-based) consultations Documentation requirements vary Patient consent forms differ Prescribing Standards: What can be prescribed via telehealth Whether initial in-person visit required (rare for weight loss now) Documentation needed in medical record Follow-up requirements Examples of State Variations: More Restrictive States: May require video consultation (not just questionnaire) Additional documentation requirements More stringent informed consent Limitations on initial prescribing More Permissive States: Allow asynchronous consultations Streamlined documentation Fewer restrictions on telehealth prescribing Legitimate providers comply with each states specific requirements
Liver fat reduction is another notable effect
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After over a year of use, many patients lost between 15% and 20% of their body weight