Vermont insurers and employers are scaling back GLP-1 coverage as costs rise, leaving some patients without access. The drugs remain in high demand as studies point to benefits beyond weight loss.
New research links GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to increased scurvy risk through appetite suppression and poor nutrition. University of Florida researchers are testing a GLP-1 implant for obese cats as feline obesity affects nearly 60% of US cats.
New research reveals semaglutide may directly repair cartilage in osteoarthritis patients, while a separate study raises concerns about SNAC, an ingredient used in oral semaglutide formulations, and its effects on gut health.
Swiss pharmaceutical major Novartis AG has signed a definitive agreement to sell its entire 70.68% stake in Novartis India to a ChrysCapital-led consortium for Rs 1,446 crore, with a mandatory open offer for an additional 26% from public shareholders.
Novartis AG agreed to sell its entire 70.68% stake in Novartis India to a consortium led by WaveRise Investments, ChrysCapital, and Two Infinity Partners for approximately ₹1,446 crore, triggering a mandatory open offer at ₹860.64 per share.
Swiss drugmaker Novartis will sell its entire 70.68% stake in its listed Indian unit to a private equity consortium for $159 million as part of broader global restructuring. Shares of Novartis India surged nearly 20% following the announcement.
The FDA approved multiple denosumab biosimilars in late 2025 and issued REMS safety updates emphasizing severe hypocalcemia risk in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, including reported hospitalizations and fatalities.
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