Gerti Tashko, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist based in Montgomery County, Maryland
An oral tablet eliminates these logistics entirely, improving adherence during travel and simplifying the medication regimen
SGLT-2 inhibitors are medications used to manage type 2 diabetes by blocking SGLT-2 and increasing the excretion of glucose in the urine
Affected individuals experience shame and embarrassment, fail to maintain relationships, avoid contact with people who comment on their condition, and are obsessive about masking the odour with hygiene products and even smoking
Providers can send support letters or help patients navigate patient assistance programs
This makes semaglutide GLP-1 a trusted and preferred option for many patients