GLP-1 Drugs For Weight Loss Aren’t Cost-Saving Yet
Intuitively, it would seem that GLP-1 use for obesity would reduce overall medical costs despite the increase in drug spending. But thus far, the data don’t show this.
Lilly asks to join lawsuit over compounded versions of its weight-loss drugs
Eli Lilly has asked to join in opposing a lawsuit brought by compounding pharmacies against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration over the agency's decision that Lilly's blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs are no longer in short supply.
Illinois AG starts crackdown on weight-loss drug copycats
Kwame Raoul’s office sent cease and desist letters to five unnamed medical spas in the Chicago area that were allegedly producing misleading marketing content for drugs resembling Ozempic and Wegovy.
Could Trump Make A Big Weight Loss Drug Deal?
Trump could keep Biden’s commitment to have Medicare pay for weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy. But would drugmakers agree to reduce their prices right away?
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Column: Keep your price controls off weight-loss drugs
On its way out the door, the Biden administration is proposing that Medicare and Medicaid cover Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. It's unclear what the Trump administration
Ozempic ‘microdosing’ is the new weight-loss trend: Should you try it?
A new trend gaining popularity among people trying to lose weight is microdosing the diabetes medication Ozempic. Experts weigh the pros and cons of the practice.
As demand for weight-loss drugs rises, states grapple with Medicaid coverage
Over her three-decade career, weight management physician Dr. Sarah Ro has seen hundreds of patients. Many of them are on Medicaid and have become yo-yo dieters who, despite their best efforts at changing their eating habits and lifestyles,
Ozempic 3.0? This drug causes the greatest weight loss — by far
Researchers from Canada reviewed the results of 26 trials to determine which of the weight loss jabs are the most effective for obese adults who do not have diabetes.
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4 of the Top Prescription Weight Loss Pills & How They Work
We’ll go over the top prescription weight loss pills below, including how they work, factors to consider and how to boost their effectiveness as part of your weight loss plan. Anti-obesity ...
Off-brand versions of Lilly weight loss drug must be pulled off market, could mean higher prices
The United States Food and Drug Administration says the shortage of Eli Lilly’s Zepbound and Mounjaro drugs has been resolved ...
‘Natural Ozempic’ capsules may reduce appetite and calorie intake — but they’re not available in the US yet
With the soaring popularity of drugs like Ozempic, the market is ripe for disruption,” researcher Rubina Aktar said.
Zepbound Weight Loss Medication Approved by FDA to Treat Sleep Apnea
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of the weight loss drug Zepbound, generically known as ...
Novo Nordisk's Sponsorship Deals With UK Pharmacies Linked To Weight-Loss Drugs Raise Ethical Concerns
Novo Nordisk faces scrutiny over UK pharmacy sponsorships tied to weight-loss drugs, with critics citing conflicts of interest and regulatory breaches.
The 5 Best Proteins to Eat If You’re Taking a Weight-Loss Medication, Recommended by a Dietitian
Nuts are rich in protein and healthy fats, which promote satiety. Pistachios and almonds are higher in protein than other ...