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Some patients stay on medication long-term while others gradually taper off

Some employer-sponsored plans cover it with prior authorization and a $200/month cost cap, while many marketplace and Medicare plans exclude weight loss medications

Sterile water for injection (SWI) has no preservative, so the reconstituted solution is only stable for 24 hours when refrigerated

Magnesium deficiency often coexists with hypokalemia and hypocalcemia, and can be difficult to correct without addressing magnesium first

Practical steps include ensuring adequate calcium and vitamin D intake throughout treatment, incorporating weight-bearing exercise, and discussing bone density monitoring with your provider if you have additional risk factors