Sasaki, S., Iwata, H., Ishiguro, N., Habuchi, O
Other regulatory bodies (DOD, DEA) specify their own panels
Fullness is felt almost immediately on GLP-1 agonists and most patients report decreased cravings
For them, semaglutide is strictly a drug for losing pounds
Requirements usually include: (1) BMI 30 , or BMI 27 with at least one weight-related health condition (type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol per FDA labeling), (2) participation in a 6-month weight management program (diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes), (3) chart notes documenting BMI and health conditions, and (4) no contraindications such as personal/family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2 syndrome (a rare genetic condition)