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NHS modelling shows that if 70% of eligible people started the drug, the cost could reach 3.1 billion per year, which is a third of what the NHS primary care medicines budget was in 2022/23
Key highlights While Ozempic doesnt directly interact with alcohol, combining them can raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), side effects and other health issues
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GLP-1RAs represent a promising new strategy for patients with psychiatric disorders, offering the possibility of meaningful weight loss while also improving metabolic health changes that can significantly enhance quality of life. They undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis of ultimately nine RCTs to assess the efficacy and safety of GLP-1 RAs in individuals with psychiatric disorders (specifically, schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, psychosis, major depressive disorder, binge-eating disorder, or a combination) and obesity/overweight, focusing on weight and metabolic outcomes
