The regulator said the product submission, called Svemia, was filed by Canadian-based Apotex and is a generic version of the brand name drug Wegovy, sold by Denmark's Novo Nordisk
The combination of these factors can make it more difficult to lose weight with diet and exercise alone
Visual indicators include color change (from blue to green, brown, or cloudy), visible particles or precipitation, and unusual film or residue
Most plans cover tirzepatide (branded as Mounjaro for diabetes or Zepbound for weight loss), but coverage criteria, copays, and prior authorization requirements differ by plan and indication
Obesity requires treatment, just like diabetes, cancer and high blood pressure