However, to a large extent these are synthetic agents or those in which - despite the natural origin of the substance in question - one can also find additional ingredients that are no longer entirely beneficial
First, the affected areas are too large to make BOTOX injections affordable and viable
Other medications that are sometimes prescribed, but are not FDA-approved for sleep apnea, include acetazolamide (Diamox) and theophylline, to stimulate breathing, as well as the sedatives triazolam (Halcion) and zolpidem (Ambien)
Most reported side effects are mild and transient
Either way, considering the cost of these medications and the prevalence of both diabetes or obesity within a population, there is a potential for significant costs for the payers employers, employees or health insurance companies