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Why is Gemtesa Not Covered by Insurance? (Guide)
Nov 25, 2024
Around 69% of national commercial plans (usually offered by employers) cover Gemtesa (vibegron) making the average total cost being anywhere from $0 to $10 for a complete dose. In addition, around 85% of Medicare Part D covers Gemtesa (vibegron), as well.Key TakeawaysPatients who have interstitial cystitis (IC) may also be suggested to take Gemtesa...
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Gemtesa & Constipation: Does Gemtesa Cause Constipation?
Nov 18, 2024
Based on the clinical trials for Gemtesa (vibegron), patients who were exposed to Gemtesa with at least a 75mg dose and 12-weeks of use experienced a greater than 2% increase in side effects such as constipation. In addition, patients have also experienced issues related to diarrhea, which can later cause constipation due to the irregular bowel...
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How Much Does Gemtesa Cost? (Guide)
Nov 11, 2024
Gemtesa (vibegron) has an average per unit cost of anywhere from $17.39 to $17.18 for a 30 to 90 tablet quantity. The total average cost of Gemtesa (vibegron) averages $521 to $1,545. Making it one of the more expensive medications on the market when not covered by insurance. However, online Canadian pharmacies legally sell Gemtesa (vibegron) to...
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How Long Does Gemtesa Stay In Your System (Guide)
Nov 4, 2024
According to clinical trials, Gemtesa (vibegron) has an effective half-life of 30.8 hours. The median time to maximum plasma concentration is around 1 to 3 hours. In terms of route of elimination, following a radiolabeled dose, only about 59% of the dose was received in feces and 20% in urine. Total terminal plasma half-life ranges anywhere from 50...
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Gemtesa Side Effects in the Elderly: Guide
Oct 31, 2024
Common side effects for the elderly for patients who are on Gemtesa (vibegron) include urinary retention, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, headache, and nasopharyngitis (upper respiratory tract infection). However, based on clinical trials, elderly patients 65 and older have not experienced side effects at a greater rate than younger adults.Key...
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Metformin and PCOS: What to Know
Oct 28, 2024
Metformin is a medication that is often used off-label to treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Most commonly, metformin is prescribed to women who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and are attempting to get pregnant. Metformin can help with a number of symptoms, including menstrual cycles, weight loss, high cholesterol,...
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Metformin and Diarrhea: Is It Common?
Oct 21, 2024
Metformin has been known to cause diarrhea in patients. In fact, Diarrhea is a well-known adverse and somewhat common side effect when metformin is initiated for type 2 diabetes. However, it usually resolves itself with continued use (or as your body adapts to your new medication). Only a few cases of chronic diarrhea have been reported after...
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Metformin and Prediabetes: What to Know
Oct 14, 2024
Metformin is in a class of drugs called biguanides. Metformin helps to control the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. It decreases the amount of glucose you absorb from your food and the amount of glucose made by your liver. It’s commonly prescribed to help with the treatment of Type-2 diabetes. Early research shows metformin reduces the...
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Maximum Dose of Metformin Per Day (Guide)
Oct 7, 2024
Metformin is in a class of drugs called biguanides. Metformin helps to control the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. It decreases the amount of glucose you absorb from your food and the amount of glucose made by your liver. It’s commonly prescribed to help with the treatment of Type-2 diabetes.Key TakeawaysImmediate-release and...
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