Mean placebo-subtracted weight loss of 5.8 kg from randomization with liraglutide 3.0 mg was 1.5 kg more than with sibutramine in similar 1-year trials
Employers should keep in mind that indication-based coverage decisions (such as covering GLP-1 drugs for diabetes treatment but not for treatment of obesity or other conditions, such as addiction) can potentially raise concerns under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ACA, HIPAAs nondiscrimination requirements, or the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, among other laws
Dose adjustments or alternative products may be required
Hartmann UH, Rffer-Hesse C, Krger THC, Philippsohn S
The transition is generally straightforward
Final Verdict Noom scores 69/100