Novo’s $1,000 Ozempic drug for diabetes treatment can be made for less than $5 a month, says study
Research reveals that the manufacturing cost of Ozempic is significantly lower than its selling price of $1,000 per month. The study emphasizes the excessive pricing of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, impacting patients' access due to affordability issues in the US market. Key Points
mintGerman drug regulator considering export ban on Ozempic
The head of German drug regulator BfArM is considering an export ban on Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) diabetes drug Ozempic, which is in high demand for its weight-loss benefits, to prevent a worsened supply shortage. Key Points
ReutersBelgium bans use of Ozempic for weight loss until summer
Belgium has decided to temporarily ban the use of Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) diabetes drug Ozempic as a weight loss treatment amid a shortage of the medicine, according to a royal decree published in the country's Official Gazette on Tuesday. Key Points
ReutersA Texas doctor just got busted for getting patients cheap Ozempic from Canada
Canada is cracking down on Americans sourcing cheaper Ozempic over the border. They've identified one doctor tied to thousands of prescriptions. Key Points
InsiderNovo Nordisk's diabetes drug Ozempic back in supply in US after months of shortage
Novo Nordisk's best-selling diabetes treatment drug Ozempic is back on the shelves in the United States after months of shortage, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website showed on Friday. Key Points
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Explained: Here's what Ozempic means, something Oscar 2023's host Jimmy Kimmel joked about-Entertainment News , Firstpost
The moment the host made the joke and took the jibe, an awkward laughter filled the auditorium. Kimmel earned a lot of wrath for calling RRR a Bollywood film as well. Key Points
FirstpostHow well-off Brits still buy Ozempic online for weight loss
John, a tech executive who has been battling weight gain since his 30s, has a nine-month supply in his refrigerator. Kim Gradwell, a retired receptionist who developed type 2 diabetes nearly 20 years ago, isn't sure where she'll find her next dose. Key Points
ReutersHow well-off Brits still buy Ozempic online for weight loss
John, a tech executive who has been battling weight gain since his 30s, has a nine-month supply in his refrigerator. Kim Gradwell, a retired receptionist who developed type 2 diabetes nearly 20 years ago, isn't sure where she'll find her next dose. Key Points
ReutersHow Ozempic grew to become a celebrity buzzword
Trending for a while now, with over 147k tags on Instagram, the ‘miracle’ drug may have more than a few side effects. Here’s a deep dive. Key Points
Hindustan TimesOzempic users are having bizarre dreams about A-listers — including one featuring Oprah on a go-kart at a baseball game
Celebrities including Elon Musk have used the weight loss and diabetes drug semaglutide. It is effective but users have reported a strange side effect. Key Points
InsiderLawsuit: Woman says Ozempic stomach paralysis caused severe vomiting
A 44-year-old woman says diabetes drugs Mounjaro and Ozempic helped her lose 150 lbs, but paralyzed her stomach. She is now suing the manufacturers. Key Points
InsiderCharles Barkley says he's lost 62 pounds on Ozempic competitor Mounjaro and hopes he'll now live longer
Mounjaro is the brand name for tirzepatide. It's similar to Ozempic and Wegovy and works by suppressing appetite. Key Points
InsiderHow to fix 'Ozempic body' — the sagging skin caused by trendy weight-loss drugs
Here's how you can fix sagging skin from Ozempic. A plastic surgeon said he's seeing patients come in with loose skin after taking the trendy weight-loss drug. Key Points
Insider'Real Housewives' Margaret Josephs uses GLP-1 agonist for weight loss
Using a GLP-1 agonist has helped Margaret Josephs lose 22 lbs. The "RHONJ" star says that health, not looks, is her primary motivator for weight loss. Key Points
InsiderTirzepatide approved for weight loss, stronger than semaglutide
Mounjaro is a stronger drug than Ozempic. Now, there's a version of the drug available for patients who aren't diabetic. Key Points
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Belgium seizes fake weight-loss drugs containing insulin
Belgium’s drug regulator said it had seized counterfeit versions of semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) popular obesity drug Wegovy, in which the injector pens contained insulin. Key Points
ReutersEMA says no evidence GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic linked to thyroid cancer
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) on Friday said its safety panel did not find a causal link between popular GLP-1 drugs such as Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) Ozempic and thyroid cancer after a months-long review. Key Points
ReutersHollywood's blockbuster weight loss drugs are becoming all the rage among affluent Indians
According to doctors and fitness experts, queries come in every other day from (well-heeled) patients, asking whether they can take the expensive, injectable drugs to shed those stubborn kilos. “Its coming up in conversations everywhere. Patients ask me about it all the time,” says Ambrish Mithal, chairman and head of endocrinology, Max Healthcare. There are a lot of people interested in taking Ozempic because “the weight loss is so dramatic”, says Kiran Sethi, medical director, Isya Aesthetics. Key Points
Economic TimesUS Patent Office won't review two Novo Nordisk patents for Wegovy, Ozempic
A U.S. Patent Office tribunal on Monday rejected challenges to two key patents owned by Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO) covering the active ingredient in its weight-loss and diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic brought by a generic drugmaker that is hoping to sell generic versions of the blockbuster medications. Key Points
ReutersOzempic, the Hollywood weight-loss drug, now popular with NYC rich
Ozempic and Wegovy are a hit with Hollywood celebrities. Now, injectable weight-loss drugs are conquering the ranks of the Upper East Side rich. Key Points
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‘Nature’s own Ozempic’ or berberine is all over social media. But does it really help you lose weight?
Berberine is a bitter tasting chemical extracted from the roots of plants, such as goldenseal and barberry. It belongs to the class of plant chemicals called isoquinoline alkaloids. Key Points
The Indian ExpressEU watchdog seeks more data from GLP-1 drugmakers on suicidal thoughts
The EU's drug watchdog will request more data from makers of a class of diabetes and weight-loss drugs including Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) popular therapies Ozempic and Wegovy to further investigate suicidal thoughts in some patients taking them. Key Points
ReutersIs Sharon Osbourne’s dramatic weight loss of 100 Pounds due to Ozempic? TV star reveals the truth
Renowned TV personality and podcast host Sharon Osbourne openly discussed her weight-loss journey, crediting the drug Ozempic for her notable transformation. While acknowledging the popularity of celebrities utilizing the drug for weight management, Osbourne also cautioned potential users. Key Points
Economic TimesUS diabetes patients face delays as insurers tighten Ozempic coverage
Some patients with type 2 diabetes say they are having more difficulty getting reimbursed for drugs like Ozempic as U.S. insurers implement restrictions designed to deter doctors from prescribing the medication for weight loss. Key Points
ReutersLilly's Mounjaro leads to more and faster weight loss than Novo obesity drug, data analysis finds
Overweight or obese adults lost more weight and shed pounds faster using Eli Lilly's (LLY.N) Mounjaro than those taking Novo Nordisk's (NOVOb.CO) popular rival weight loss drug, according to an analysis of health records and other data. Key Points
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Novo Nordisk adding in-house fill-finish capacity for Wegovy's European pen, Ozempic
Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO) is ramping up its in-house manufacturing capacity to fill injection pens for its diabetes drug Ozempic and for the European version of its hugely popular weight-loss drug Wegovy, a senior executive told Reuters on Thursday. Key Points
ReutersOzempic helps weight loss by making you feel full. But certain foods can do the same thing – without the side-effects
The active ingredient in Ozempic is semaglutide, which works by inducing satiety. This feeling of being satisfied or “full”, suppresses appetite. This is why it works for weight loss Key Points
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