Novo Nordisk Hopes To Gradually Build US Access To Obesity Therapy
Executive Summary
With US FDA approval of Wegovy for obesity, Novo Nordisk prices the weekly injectable at par with its other obesity brand Saxenda. Ramping up sales will require patient, clinician and payer education, the company says.
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