Key takeaways Fatigue is a known side effect of tirzepatide, although its less common than gastrointestinal side effects, such as nausea and stomach pain
GLP-1 and weight loss are constantly in the news, and everyone is talking about these drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and related GLP-1 formulations like semaglutide, she says
Which fits you depends on your plan, whether it covers weight-management therapy at all, your deductible, and your tolerance for prior-authorization steps that can stall or fail regardless of how well a program supports you
Red flags to watch for Any provider who prescribes without a medical evaluation, doesnt require follow-up appointments, or only offers compounded medications without discussing FDA-approved alternatives