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Mounjaro (tirzepatide) uniquely targets both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, potentially offering more substantial weight reduction and improved glycemic control compared to other GLP-1RAs that only target the GLP-1 receptor, such as Ozempic (semaglutide)
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For instance, in February 2024, the Ministry of Health, Canada, introduced Bill C-64 to establish universal pharmacare, covering diabetes drug such as insulin USD 900-USD 1,700/year, metformin ~USD 100/year, and adjunct therapies USD 100-USD 1,000+/year for type 1 and type 2 diabetes patients under single-payer insurance
This is the plan