The big elephant in the room is the medications are too expensive. The GLP-1 market has ballooned in recent years, as drugmakers race to find new variants and thereby seize a piece of a lucrative industry
HSV-2 is therefore probably internalized following its binding to langerin, and could be delivered to endocytic compartments and/or Birbeck granules, i.e., langerin-formed intracellular structures that are unique to LCs and are part of the endosomal recycling machinery 36
Most patients notice nothing yet
they are thus established as first-line therapies for obesity and are being validated for wider indications
Recent employer surveys found: 59% reported utilization exceeding expectations 66% reported a significant impact on prescription drug spending Some employers reported annual GLP-1 spending growth of 3050% As demand increases, organizations are seeking ways to manage access while maintaining support for employees who may benefit from treatment
Visual acuity testing to measure how clearly you see at various distances Pupil dilation using drops that temporarily enlarge your pupils Detailed retinal examination looking for bleeding, swelling, or abnormal vessels Optic nerve evaluation to assess its color, shape, and blood supply Discussion of findings and recommended follow-up timing Your follow-up examination frequency depends on your baseline eye health and how you respond to GLP-1 treatment