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Novo’s obesity drug has serious warnings and barriers to overcome

World of DTC Marketing

SUMMARY: The media headlines promise weight loss for diabetes patients, but Norvo’s new drug is in the same class as other drugs and carries many warnings. Can diabetes patients really stay adherent to a drug for 63 weeks in which 85% of patients report GI side effects and will insurance cover the cost?

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Torrent Pharma to acquire Curatio for $245.16m

Pharmaceutical Technology

Holding a presence in the cosmetic dermatology sector, Curatio’s portfolio comprises more than over 50 brands that are commercialised in India. Curatio has built a commendable set of high market share brands in cosmetic and pediatric dermatology that we look forward to adding to our product offerings.”.

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Juno Pharmaceuticals buys Omega Laboratories

Pharmaceutical Technology

It will benefit from Omega’s newly opened injectable manufacturing facility, which has received clearances from Health Canada and the US Food and Drug Administration, as well as from Juno’s commercial network and product development pipeline.

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Florida approved to import Canadian prescription drugs

Pharma in Brief

On January 5, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) approved Florida’s proposal to import prescription drugs from Canada. Whether Florida is able to import drugs from Canada, including in light of Canadian regulations controlling drug exports, remains to be seen.

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Eli Lilly’s Weight-Loss Drug, Mounjaro, Sparks an Epic Run in Pharma Shares

Roots Analysis

Renowned for psychiatric drugs such as Prozac, the company faced several challenges in revenue generation during the 2010s due to patent expiration of its innovative drugs. However, a strategic shift and a focus on innovative treatments have catapulted Eli Lilly to unprecedented heights, especially in the field of anti-obesity drugs.

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ACI To Host Multiple Events Featuring HP&M Speakers – Discounts Available to FDA Law Blog Readers

FDA Law Blog

The American Conference Institute (“ACI”) will be hosting a series of go-to forums on critical topics including novel therapeutics, cosmetics/personal care products and Paragraph IV disputes. Claud will be featured at the Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Forum on Cosmetics & Personal Care Products in New York, NY.

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Oprah Hosts TV Special About GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss

XTalks

The latest phase of Oprah’s weight loss journey brought her to GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, which have taken Hollywood and social media by storm. GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs initially developed to treat type 2 diabetes, have been found to have significant effects on weight loss.

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