Govt orders safety review of popular weight-loss drugs amid rising demandIndian authorities are increasing vigilance on popular weight loss drugs. Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission will now compile reports on adver...
04 Apr, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
IMA seeks specialist-only prescriptions amid misuse risks and cheap generics of GLP-1 weight-loss drugsThe Indian Medical Association is seeking government intervention to regulate GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Concerns are rising over their misus...
25 Mar, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
India tightens grip on GLP-1 supply chain amid misuse concerns, expands crackdown on unapproved drugsIndia's drug regulator is increasing checks on weight loss drug sales. This action follows inspections of pharmacies and clinics nationwide...
24 Mar, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
A blockbuster unleashed: What happens when a big fat business explodes?India is set to experience a dramatic shift as Ozempic and Wegovy's active ingredient, semaglutide, becomes widely available. Over 40 India...
21 Mar, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Did Ozempic manufacturer Novo Nordisk hide drug death reports? Here’s what FDA said about side-effect reportingDespite ongoing debate, medications such as Ozempic continue to rank among the most commonly prescribed treatments for weight management an...
17 Mar, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Govt cautions pharma cos against surrogate ads for promoting GLP-1 drugsWeight loss drug risks: The government has warned of strict regulatory action against those found using surrogate advertising to promote GL...
12 Mar, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Power EPCs, financiers top bets; pharma a four-part opportunity: Sunil SubramaniamSunil Subramaniam of Sense and Simplicity outlines how to play India’s power, pharma, auto and banking themes amid market volatility. He hi...
09 Jan, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Wegovy edges closer to PBS listing in Australia for high-risk obesity patientsA key Australian health committee has recommended Wegovy for subsidized access. This drug targets adults with existing heart conditions and...
20 Dec, 2025, 02.52 PM IST
What are GLP-1 medicines? Do they help with weight loss and diabetes, and what are their side effects?GLP-1 medications are prescription treatments used in the UK to manage type 2 diabetes and, in certain cases, medically supervised weight l...
19 Dec, 2025, 10.21 PM IST
Costco to sell Ozempic and Wegovy at huge discounts — even if you don’t have insuranceCostco offers huge Ozempic and Wegovy discounts. Members can save on these diabetes and weight loss medications. The program makes life-cha...
04 Oct, 2025, 11.45 PM IST
Delhi HC seeks regulator's reply after PIL questions Ozempic, Mounjaro nodThe Delhi High Court has instructed India's drug regulator to address concerns about the approval process for drugs like Ozempic and Mounja...
03 Jul, 2025, 06.49 AM IST
Hims stock tanks over 20% after Wegovy deal collapse — why Novo Nordisk’s breakup over weight loss drugs is shaking up Wall StreetHims stock took a major hit after Novo Nordisk suddenly ended their Wegovy partnership, causing shares to drop over 20% in a single day. Th...
23 Jun, 2025, 07.22 PM IST
Beware of weight loss medications; they can make you go blindA recent study conducted by researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear hospital has found a significant link between popular weight loss drug...
05 Jul, 2024, 04.28 PM IST
Maker of Wegovy, Ozempic showers money on US obesity doctorsNovo Nordisk, a Danish pharmaceutical company renowned for its diabetes medicines, is now positioning itself as the world's leading weight-...
02 Dec, 2023, 09.49 PM IST
How well-off Brits still buy Ozempic online for weight lossThe demand for the diabetes drug Ozempic, known for its weight-loss effects, has led to shortages in countries like Britain and the United ...
18 Nov, 2023, 05.05 PM IST
Fake weight loss injections leave people in comas, urgent safety alert issuedFake weight loss injections, falsely marketed as Ozempic or Saxenda, have triggered significant safety alarms in the United Kingdom. Author...
28 Oct, 2023, 12.58 AM IST