Doctors may require proof of medical need or past weight loss attempts before prescribing Wegovy for weight management
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We know that [semaglutide] is for type two diabetes and glycemia, but some GPs also want the patient to lose weight. In that case, an alternative therapy to lower blood glucose levels along with a referral to a dietitian and an exercise physiologist might be the right solution
These updates were made based on clinical trial data
