They found that the cost of tirzepatide was about $197,000 per additional quality adjusted life year (QALY), and the cost of semaglutide was about $468,000 per QALY
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GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) helps regulate blood sugar, reduce appetite, and increase feelings of fullness, making it easier for patients to manage their weight
Through those, you could pay between $349 and $499 per month for Zepbounds vial and syringe and $499 a month for Wegovy in the auto-injector pen
For individuals considering GLP-1 treatment, the most appropriate next step is a doctor-led consultation rather than self-selecting a specific medication
Below, we discuss the effects that GLP-1 RAs have and how they work for diabetes and weight loss