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Biologic Therapeutics Development, Part 1: Definition and Distinct Characteristics

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The development of biological products (or biologics) represents a major advancement in modern medicine, enabling the treatment of patients with many illnesses where no other therapeutics were previously available. Essentially, a biologic is a product that is produced from living organisms or that contains components of living organisms.

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Researchers Develop World’s First Saliva Test for Diabetes

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University of Newcastle researchers in Australia have developed a saliva test to evaluate glucose levels in diabetic patients. The test involves the use of testing strips that contain a glucose biosensor with electronic elements in the test’s transistor, like inks, that allow for mass printing of the test strips at low cost.

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Lilly collaborates internationally with leading diabetes technology companies to integrate connected insulin pen solutions for people with diabetes | Eli Lilly and Company

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These companies offer unique diabetes management platforms that will be compatible with Lilly ‘s Tempo Pen (approved in several global markets) and Tempo Smart Button (currently in late-stage development) to support people with diabetes and healthcare professionals. About DexCom Inc. DexCom, Inc.

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World Diabetes Day: Five important drug discovery developments 

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Alternative to insulin. A collaboration between PerkinElmer’s SIRION Biotech business and the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) agreed to jointly develop new generation adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors for type 1 and type 2 diabetes gene therapy in the pancreas. . A step closer to preventing type 1 diabetes.

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Top 15 Diabetes Drugs in 2023 by 2022 Sales Statistics

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Ozempic (Semaglutide) Ozempic sales in 2022: $8.713 billion Company/Developer: Novo Nordisk Date of first FDA approval: December 5, 2017 Indications Ozempic is FDA-approved for: Type 2 diabetes Price of Ozempic: $1,029 for 1.5 Trulicity (Dulaglutide) Trulicity sales in 2022: $7.439 billion Company/Developer: Eli Lilly & Co.

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The US biosimilar market: Predictions for 2021

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This is significant because it opens several therapeutic areas for biosimilar development and, ultimately, increased competition. One of these markets is the insulin market. Up until now, the insulin market has experienced little competition and, as a result, prices have soared over the years.

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Can Fruit Lower the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes?

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A new Australian study suggests that eating fruit may lead to a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers at the Edith Cowan University’s (ECU) Institute for Nutrition Research in Perth, Australia found that consuming at least two servings of fruit a day was linked to 36 percent lower odds of developing type 2 diabetes.

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