The three paths forward after reaching your goal Once you reach your target weight or a satisfactory point, you face three options
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With generic versions entering the market, monthly costs have dropped to as low as Rs 1,290-an 85 percent reduction
Switching from brand name to compounded versions of the same active ingredient is generally considered safe, provided the compounding pharmacy meets quality standards
It builds a moat around the business that competitors cannot easily cross
That being said, liraglutide was used successfully in the small trial at Penn for opioid cravings, discussed above, and as a generic it may be a more affordable option in some situations