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Like semaglutide, tirzepatide is used to treat type 2 diabetes and aid weight loss in those with overweight or obesity
they are also found in brain regions involved in mood regulation, reward processing, and emotional responses, including the hippocampus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex
Currently, only approximately 7.7% of non-Medicare plan members are accessing GLP-1s for weight loss through the citys health insurance yet this utilization represents approximately 14.7% of the projected cost increase from FY26 to FY27, with GLP-1 for weight loss costs estimated at $31.6 million for FY26 and rising to approximately $47.4 million in FY27, the CFO added
Mild nausea or flushing may occur, and allergy screening is required