(7) PT-141 is designed for an entirely different purpose, primarily helping to enhance libido and sexual performance through the melanocortin pathway
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It is a chemical substance that shall not be used as a drug, medicine, active substance, or ingredient in any product intended for human or animal consumption
A 1999 study (PMID: 10373343) showed increased longitudinal bone growth (tibial length) with no significant change in bone turnover markers (osteocalcin, BSAP)suggesting growth through increased bone volume rather than remodeling
Most plans classify these medications as specialty drugs requiring prior authorization, meaning your doctor must submit clinical documentation showing medical necessity before Anthem will review your request
In fact, several such drugs exist