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These medications have three main actions

Metabolic Shifts Rapid improvements in blood sugar and weight may stress small blood vessels in sensitive areas like the eye

When coverage exists, Anthem typically requires a BMI of 30 or greater, or a BMI of 27 or greater with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, or obstructive sleep apnea

Historically, anti-obesity drugs have shown a lot of negative side effects and only moderate efficacy
Malhotra A, Grunstein RR, Fietze I, et al