Obesity

Obesity Drugs: A Missed Opportunity In England For Outcomes And Spending?

Weight loss drugs have likely proven to be the most challenging medicines to introduce to the National Health Service in England, and lessons should be learned in preparation for other game changing products.

India’s Generic Semaglutide Onslaught: Discounts, Disruption And What KOLs Want

More than a dozen semaglutide generics hit the Indian market at sharp discounts post LOE for Novo Nordisk’s GLP-1 RA molecule, setting the stage for a high-octane battle in the diabetes and obesity segment. Can Novo hold steady amid the avalanche and what are KOLs looking for?

Natco’s 90% Semaglutide Discount Sets Price Expectations In India

Natco has announced a 90% difference in the price of its semaglutide generic in multi-dose vials versus originator Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic pen ahead of launch tomorrow, as Novo’s patents on the product expire today. Its pen will be 70% cheaper.

Natco’s 90% Cut Price Semaglutide Generic Sounds War Bugle In India

Natco has announced a 90% difference in the price of its semaglutide generic in multi-dose vials versus originator Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic pen ahead of launch tomorrow as Novo’s patents on the product expire today. Its pen will be 70% cheaper.

Novo Nordisk Extends Wegovy Franchise With Higher-Dose Approval

The approval of Wegovy HD brings a more effective version to the lower-dose version and the oral formulation, but the company has struggled to compete with obesity rival Eli Lilly.

In Lupin-Zydus Semaglutide Deal, Product Differentiation Is Key

Zydus’s investment in a differentiated drug-device combination for semaglutide has led to a win-win GLP-1 co-marketing deal with Lupin, even as the Indian drug regulator keeps a watch on advertising activities.

From Potential ‘Bloodbath’ To Promo Warnings: Semaglutide’s India Reckoning

India issues firm advisory on promos for obesity and metabolic disorders therapies ahead of loss of exclusivity for semaglutide later this week, with 50-plus generic brands seen in the wings for a share of the pie. Will Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have to tweak their multimedia campaigns?

GLP-1 Action: In Lupin, Zydus’ Semaglutide Deal, Product Differentiation Is Key

Zydus’s investment in a differentiated drug-device combination for semaglutide has led to a win-win GLP-1 co-marketing deal with Lupin even as the Indian drug regulator keeps a watch on advertising activities

From Potential ‘Bloodbath’ To Promo Warnings: Semaglutide’s India Reckoning

India issues firm advisory on promos for obesity and metabolic disorders therapies ahead of loss of exclusivity for semaglutide later this week, with 50-plus generic brands seen in the wings for a share of the pie. Will Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have to tweak their multimedia campaigns?

India Semaglutide ‘Bloodbath,’ Rx Memory And Regulatory Warning On Promos

India issues firm advisory on promos for obesity and metabolic disorders therapies ahead of loss of exclusivity for semaglutide later this week, with 50-plus generic brands seen in the wings for a share of the pie. Will Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have to tweak their multimedia campaigns?

Biocon And Cipla Build On Teva’s First Generic Saxenda Launch

Biocon’s FDA approval and Cipla’s US launch – via partner Orbicular – add momentum to the early generic market for Novo Nordisk’s Saxenda.

Sandoz Moves In On Canadian And Brazilian Semaglutide Opportunity

Sandoz says GLP-1s represent a long-term growth opportunity but warns the off-patent market will take time to develop, with early launches potentially coming in Canada and Brazil as the company tests supply dynamics and regulatory timelines.