Bad blood is brewing among some major players in the weight loss world. Novo Nordisk, the creator of Ozempic and Wegovy, cut short its partnership with telehealth company Hims & Hers Health Inc. over allegations that the latter is still trying to mass-market cheaper versions of the GLP-1 drugs. Bloomberg News reported the abrupt dissolution […]
The Ugly Side of Weight-Loss Drugs: Rotten Breath, Damaged Teeth, and Dry Mouth
Ozempic and Wegovy have been hailed as wonder drugs when it comes to weight loss. But as the drug has become more widely used, a number of unintended side-effects have become apparent—with the weight loss drug affecting the appearance of everything from your butt to your feet. “Ozempic face” is another commonly reported consequences of […]
Ozempic-Maker CEO Ousted Over Pharma Company’s Rocky Market Downturn
In an abrupt and surprising twist, the CEO of Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk has been ousted from his position as the head of the company. The Danish pharmaceutical giant announced Friday that, amidst a recent downturn in the company’s stock, Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen would soon be stepping down as its top executive and the board would […]
Scientists Discover Potential Ozempic Rival That Could Help People Lose Weight With Less Nausea
Wegovy, eat your heart out. In a new research paper, scientists say they’ve discovered a naturally occurring hormone that might help people lose weight while avoiding the side effects commonly associated with semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy) and similar drugs. A team of researchers at Stanford Medicine conducted the study, published last […]