A qualifying BMI or related health condition is typically required GLP-1 medications like semaglutide are usually prescribed to adults with a BMI over 30, or over 27 if they have a weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, prediabetes, sleep apnea, or PCOS
They are typically administered through subcutaneous injections, which means they are injected into the fat layer just under the skin
California base plans exclude GLP-1s for weight loss if BMI is below 40 (since January 2025)
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Compounded medications are customized formulations and are not pre-approved by the FDA for safety, purity, or efficacy, and are distinct from commercially manufactured, FDA-approved medications