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Mar 10, 2026
Total spending on direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising reached $9 billion in 2024, prompting renewed debate over whether such marketing should be legal. The U.S. and New Zealand remain the only developed nations allowing the practice.
Mar 09, 2026
Novo Nordisk dismissed its patent infringement lawsuit against Hims & Hers after the companies reached an agreement to sell branded Wegovy and Ozempic through the Hims platform. The settlement ends a dispute that began when Hims planned to offer a cheaper off-brand version of Wegovy.
Mar 06, 2026
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.
Mar 05, 2026
New research reveals GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce substance use disorders by 14%, lower Parkinson's disease risk after 5-10 years of use, and cut endometrial cancer risk by 66% when combined with progestin therapy.
Mar 05, 2026
Finerenone met its primary endpoint in reducing albuminuria in type 1 diabetic kidney disease, marking the first successful drug trial in 30 years for this population. Separately, SGLT2 inhibitors showed superior kidney protection compared to GLP-1 medications in type 2 diabetes patients.
Mar 04, 2026
A systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrates that semaglutide significantly reduces major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes, with particular benefits for nonfatal myocardial infarction and stroke.
Mar 02, 2026
Australian regulators confirmed counterfeit GLP-1 products contain no active ingredients, while U.S. authorities escalate enforcement against compounded weight-loss drugs as Novo Nordisk sues telehealth company Hims & Hers.
Mar 01, 2026
Researchers at Adelaide University found that salcaprozate sodium (SNAC), used in oral semaglutide formulations, was associated with gut bacteria changes, elevated inflammatory markers, and reduced brain-derived protein levels in a 21-day animal study.
Feb 27, 2026
Abbott India will commercialize semaglutide, the diabetes drug behind Ozempic, under the brand name Extensior in India following a partnership with Novo Nordisk. The launch targets India's growing diabetes population of over 100 million people.
Feb 27, 2026
Eli Lilly's oral GLP-1 drug orforglipron showed superior blood sugar control and weight loss compared to oral semaglutide in a year-long trial of over 1,500 patients with type 2 diabetes.
Feb 25, 2026
Novo Nordisk announced it will reduce list prices of Wegovy, Ozempic, and Rybelsus by 35% to 50% to $675 monthly starting in 2027, aiming to regain market share from rival Eli Lilly and improve access for high-deductible patients.
Feb 21, 2026
The controversy over direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising has gained renewed attention from the Trump administration and legislators, with spending reaching $9 billion in 2024 and debate centering on whether such ads benefit or harm consumers.
Feb 23, 2026
Millions of single-use GLP-1 pens may be improperly disposed of annually, while the supplement industry responds to nutritional gaps created by reduced food intake among users of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
Feb 25, 2026
The global pharmaceutical market reached nearly $1.7 trillion in value, with Johnson & Johnson leading prescription sales at approximately $55.8 billion while Merck & Co. topped research and development investment at $17.8 billion.
Feb 26, 2026
Eli Lilly's oral GLP-1 drug orforglipron demonstrated 6-8% weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients compared to 4-5% with oral semaglutide in a phase 3 trial, though discontinuation rates were higher due to gastrointestinal side effects.
Feb 26, 2026
Oral semaglutide and the newly FDA-approved Wegovy pill are reshaping weight management by eliminating injections. Clinical trials show meaningful weight loss, while companies integrate the medications into subscription wellness programs.
Feb 25, 2026
Indian drugmaker Dr Reddy's Laboratories is preparing to launch its generic semaglutide injection under the brand name Obeda in March 2026, as patent protection expires in India. The company plans to price it up to 60% below branded products.
Feb 25, 2026
Novo Nordisk announced it will reduce the list price of its semaglutide products Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus to $675 starting January 1, 2027, representing cuts of up to 50 percent from current pricing.
Feb 25, 2026
The patent for semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, expires March 20, 2026. Indian pharmaceutical companies are preparing to launch generic versions, with prices expected to be 30-50% lower than branded products.
Feb 25, 2026
Novo Nordisk will reduce prices for Wegovy, Ozempic, and Rybelsus by up to 50% starting January 2027. Meanwhile, WADA investigates potential Olympic ban on weight loss drugs, and Brazil's Anvisa reports 65 suspected deaths linked to GLP-1 medications.
