Novo Nordisk has just presented two successful cardiovascular-focused Phase III studies of semaglutide, but analysts think they will not be enough to stop Eli Lilly’s rival, tirzepatide, from dominating the GLP-1 agonist market in the future.
Novo Scores Cardio Wins But Lilly Still Tipped To Take GLP-1 Crown
Novo’s semaglutide has shown its benefits as an injectable in patients with peripheral arterial disease and as an oral agent in cardiovascular outcomes, but stronger results are expected soon from Lilly’s tirzepatide.

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