It's available with a prescription for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or a BMI of 27 or above alongside a weight-related health condition like high cholesterol or high blood pressure
Members can access these solutions directly, or through Weight Watchers for Businesss full-spectrum platform for employers, health plans, and payers
In addition to some of the other gastrointestinal conditions described above, gastroparesis can lead to malnutrition and dehydration, leading to further health complications
The same active ingredient in Ozempic (semaglutide) is now licensed specifically for weight management under the brand name Wegovy at a higher dose
The drug was never specifically approved by the FDA for weight loss, though
The FDA approval process requires extensive Phase I-III clinical trials demonstrating safety, efficacy, pharmacokinetics, and quality manufacturing standards