Wegovy, a drug that is approved for weight loss, is covered by just 1% of Marketplace prescription drug plans, compared to 82% of Marketplace prescription drug plans for Ozempic, which contains the same active ingredient as Wegovy (semaglutide) but is approved only for diabetes

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People using supplements alongside their GLP-1 medications can typically add a probiotic without concern, but should inform their healthcare provider about all supplements they are taking
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