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I am currently taking this drug in an attempt to get my blood sugar level down. I have lost about 15 lbs but my insurance did not want to cover it. Thankfully,

• jmpman 4y ago
  I’m also on it, originally started it for weight loss, and am down 35lbs in 4 months. However I’m starting to wonder if I was diabetic or pre diabetic, as I no longer feel my blood sugar changing throughout the day. The drug has been great, with minimal side effects. Simply not interested in food, and always feel full.
• simfree 4y ago
  Does the coupon make it cost $25, or just reduce the cost by $25? Any other specifics on this would be super helpful!
  • e1g 4y ago
    I’m seeing one of the doctors quoted in the article and they say nobody knows what’s going on with pricing or what will happen next year when the drug gets approved. The coupon is from the manufacturer and brought the total cost to $25 out of pocket. However, in Oct the rules changed and now there is lots of confusion about eligibility and costs. Most pharmacies refuse to deal with this at all, and last week I paid $500 (for a monthly dose).
    • MerelyMortal 4y ago
      At let's say a 10 pound per month weight loss, that means losing 100 pounds would only cost $5,000. I know it doesn't quite work that way, but $500/month sounds a lot, but $5,000/100lb sounds like a bargain.
      • wbarber 4y ago
        Unfortunately 90%+ of people need to continue taking the drug to keep the weight off. It’s an expensive drug but there is increasing competition in the drug category which will be good for consumers in the long run.