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What we do know is that the absorption of oral semaglutide is sensitive to the stomach environment. The 30-minute fasting window exists precisely because anything in the stomach at the time of dosing reduces how much drug gets through
So, the bill ultimately lands on premium payers, taxpayers and, in some cases, on patients who lose coverage or face new hurdles. Huang says more studies are needed to evaluate policies and strategies that can reduce overall and out-of-pocket payments for GLP-1s
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