First GLP-1 Generic Launched; 5:2 Intermittent Fasting Win; WHO's Ozempic Warning

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Teva Pharmaceuticals announced the launch of the of liraglutide 1.8 mg injection (Victoza) in the U.S.

Combining 3-mg liraglutide (Saxenda) with exercise compared with either alone, and preserved bone health. (JAMA Network Open)

The Environmental Protection Agency's rule -- also known as forever chemicals -- in drinking water is facing legal challenges. (NPR)

The American Diabetes Association (ADA), along with several other organizations, for monitoring people with islet autoantibody-positive pre-stage 3 type 1 diabetes. Catch up on the latest news from the ADA's annual meeting here. (Diabetes Care)

A -- 2 nonconsecutive fasting days and 5 days of habitual intake -- with meal replacement achieved better glycemic control at 16 weeks for patients with early type 2 diabetes compared with metformin or the SGLT2 inhibitor empagliflozin (Jardiance). (JAMA Network Open)

The WHO issued a warning on (Ozempic) showing up in the drug supply.

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals resubmitted its (Zynquista) as an adjunct to insulin therapy for glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The FDA initially rejected approval in 2019 following a split advisory committee vote.

Babies born to mothers without diabetes on GLP-1 medications in the 90 days before pregnancy were compared with those born to mothers not taking these agents. (Epic Research)

South Africa's public healthcare system has as the global supply of injectables has shifted to support the demand for new GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy). (New York Times)

Eli Lilly is for selling products claiming to contain the weight-loss agent tirzepatide (Mounjaro). (Reuters)

Novo Nordisk is planning to build a as demand for weight-loss drugs continues to grow. (The Hill)

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    Kristen Monaco is a senior staff writer, focusing on endocrinology, psychiatry, and nephrology news. Based out of the New York City office, she’s worked at the company since 2015.