10: analysing data and undertaking meta-analyses
Typically, you will be notified through your pharmacy, prescriber, or by a mailed letter or secure message from your insurer once the decision is made. Learn more about prior authorization here
These include cases where metformin is ineffective, contraindicated, or when a clients A1C remains above target levels despite three months of treatment if they also have conditions like atherosclerosis, heart failure, or chronic kidney disease (6)(16)
For medications with flexible timing (liraglutide, weekly formulations), providers often suggest patients begin with the timing that best fits their schedule and monitor for side effects
If you are already on weight loss medication, for example, if you are using Wegovy or Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in the form of an injection, you may be able to switch