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GLP-1 Drugs: Why Fewer Are Using Them | Texas News
GLP-1 drugs for weight loss are exploding in popularity—nearly quadrupling in use over two years—but only 11% of people are actually using them, despite soaring obesity rates. Why? Cost and insurance hurdles remain major barriers, even as supply chains stabilize. Brand-name drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy dominate (though they’re essentially the same medication), with no generics available—though some pharmacies offer unregulated compounded versions, which experts warn may lack FDA safety assurances. Injectable forms still outperform oral options for weight loss, and doctors stress these meds…
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