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Its over-the-counter availability in lower doses makes it accessible to many patients
Podcast: Abstract: Background: Kidney transplant (KT) recipients experience high rates of cardiovascular disease, allograft dysfunction, and diabetes, negatively impacting long-term outcomes
According to the company's website and safety disclosures, you may qualify if: Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or higher (classified as obese), OR Your BMI is 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, obstructive sleep apnea, or cardiovascular disease, OR Your BMI is above 25 and you may still qualify depending on your overall medical history, as determined by the licensed provider The evaluating clinician reviews your full medical history during intake and makes the final determination about whether treatment is appropriate and safe for your specific situation