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📢 Wegovy Now Available Through Telehealth Platforms
Novo Nordisk has taken a major step to widen the reach of its weight-loss drug Wegovy by partnering with telehealth providers Hims & Hers, Ro, and LifeMD. Through this partnership, the FDA-approved drug is now accessible to self-pay patients across the U.S., streamlining access through online consultations and prescription services.
Previously available via traditional pharmacies and the NovoCare program, Wegovy’s telehealth debut marks Novo Nordisk’s shift toward broader, digital-first distribution, especially as compounded versions of weight-loss drugs face growing restrictions.
⚖️ U.S. Court Blocks Compounded Copies of Wegovy
In a legal victory for Novo Nordisk, a U.S. judge recently denied requests from compounding pharmacies to continue producing unauthorized versions of Wegovy and Ozempic. This came shortly after the FDA removed semaglutide (the active ingredient in Wegovy) from its shortage list, affirming that supply levels are now adequate.
Novo Nordisk welcomed the ruling, citing patient safety concerns related to unregulated versions of its medications.
🌏 Wegovy Debuts in Thailand
The company also launched Wegovy in Thailand, marking its first entry into Southeast Asia. Initially available in private hospitals, the drug is expected to roll out to public hospitals as well. This move comes as the country battles rising obesity levels, with over 40% of adults and 15% of school-aged children affected.
📉 Market Trends and Financial Outlook
Despite Wegovy’s strong momentum since its 2021 debut, prescription growth appears to be flattening. Competitor Eli Lilly’s Zepbound has recently surpassed Wegovy in weekly prescription numbers, prompting analysts to predict a more cautious sales forecast in Novo Nordisk’s upcoming Q1 earnings.
🧬 Ongoing Research
Novo Nordisk continues investing in obesity treatments and recently completed early-stage trials of a new drug, amycretin, administered via injection. The company is focusing on strengthening its product pipeline to stay ahead in a competitive market.
đź“… Next Earnings Announcement
Novo Nordisk is set to release its first-quarter 2025 financial results on May 7 at 07:30 CET. All eyes will be on whether the company adjusts its sales forecast amid changing market conditions.
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