Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug patent loss sparks a ‘gold rush’ for generic drugmakersIndia's weight-loss drug market is seeing a major shift. Generic versions of Novo Nordisk's semaglutide are now available at lower prices. ...
09 Apr, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
GLP-1 impact: Jefferies sees these 3 stocks as winners in the race for Ozempic, Wegovy genericsIndian drug makers are launching affordable generic Semaglutide, the active ingredient in popular weight-loss drugs. Sun Pharma, Lupin, and...
27 Mar, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Centre steps up oversight on GLP-1 drugs amid concerns over 'improper' practicesIndia's drug regulator is increasing oversight of GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Inspections across 49 entities revealed violations like unauthor...
25 Mar, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Rs 12,000 crore magic pill race begins to shrink India's pot bellies. Which pharma stocks will win GLP-1 war?India's GLP-1 market is set for a massive boom. Following patent expiry, generic versions of semaglutide are launching at significantly low...
24 Mar, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Indian drugmakers flood market with cheaper versions of Novo's Ozempic, WegovyIndian drugmakers have launched affordable generic versions of popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs. This move significantly reduces trea...
23 Mar, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
GLP-1 rush: Pharma, food firms eye tie-ups for weight-loss boomAffordable weight-loss jabs are here. Drugmakers and food companies are partnering. They will offer special nutrition products. These are f...
23 Mar, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Alkem Laboratories launches semaglutide in India at Rs 450 per week, eyes booming weight-loss marketAlkem Laboratories has launched a new semaglutide injection in India. This drug targets the growing diabetes and weight loss market. It is ...
21 Mar, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Natco, Eris Life to launch slimming shots in both Vial and Pen formatsNatco Pharma and Eris Lifesciences are launching generic semaglutide weight-loss injections. The companies are introducing both vial and pe...
21 Mar, 2026, 09.35 AM IST
Weight is over! Pharma stocks jump up to 4% as patent for Ozempic's key ingredient expires; what lies ahead?Pharma stocks rose up to 4% as Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide patent nears expiry, raising expectations of cheaper generics in India. Strong gr...
20 Mar, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Glenmark set to join peers in 'Semaglutide' pushGlenmark Pharmaceuticals is set to launch affordable versions of the popular anti-diabetes and obesity drug semaglutide. This move escalate...
02 Mar, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Can Zaynich do for Wockhardt what Ozempic did for Novo Nordisk?Wockhardt's Zaynich antibiotic surged stock by 75%. CEO Habil Khorakiwala cited its uniqueness; phase three trials end this fiscal year. Co...
06 Jul, 2024, 11.12 AM IST
India to make drugs for diabetes, obesity under PLI by 2026, says reportIndia plans to incentivize local manufacturing of GLP-1 drugs, crucial for treating diabetes and obesity, starting in 2026, as per a govern...
28 Jun, 2024, 04.23 PM IST
Ozempic frenzy lures rich Indians to brave the gray marketPeople are going to great lengths to obtain popular weight-loss drugs. They are stashing injectables in their carry-on luggage, buying coun...
19 Jun, 2024, 08.25 AM IST
Pharma may see a price war in good news for diabeticsGlenmark launches a drug at almost half the price of those offered by rivals.
01 May, 2019, 07.09 AM IST
Glenmark Pharma launches anti-diabetes drug Remogliflozin in IndiaGlenmark said it will commercialise Remogliflozin in India under the brand names 'Remo' and 'Remozen'.
30 Apr, 2019, 12.20 PM IST
Market Now: Nifty Pharma in green; Dr Reddy's Labs zooms nearly 8%The Nifty Pharma index was trading 2.41 per cent up at 9,073 around 9.45 am (IST).
01 Sep, 2017, 10.26 AM IST
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