PMID 35441470
Effective January 1, 2026, Medi-Cal Rx is excluding coverage for GLP-1 medications prescribed for weight loss: [12] Wegovy, Zepbound, Saxenda: Completely removed from the Contract Drugs List for weight loss Ozempic, Mounjaro, Rybelsus: Restricted to Type 2 diabetes onlyweight loss claims will auto-deny Existing prior authorizations end December 31, 2025 Exceptions: Members under age 21 may still qualify via EPSDT Non-weight-loss indications (Zepbound for OSA, Wegovy for cardiovascular) may still get PA approval This does NOT affect Kaiser commercial or employer-sponsored plansonly Medi-Cal members
Do not use in conjunction with alcohol
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Disregard those figures and go by the schedule printed on your own pharmacy label, which your prescriber sets for you individually
Ozempic face is a term used to describe facial changes that can occur due to rapid weight loss with Ozempic use, including loss of volume, sagging skin, and increased wrinkles