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US FDA accepts Novo Nordisk's application for oral Wegovy for weight loss

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Posted on May 2, 2025

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(Reuters) -The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has accepted Novo Nordisk's marketing application for the experimental once-daily oral version of its blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the Danish

FDA Considers Novo Nordisk's Oral Wegovy for Weight Loss

(Reuters) -The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has accepted Novo Nordisk's marketing application for an oral version of its weight-loss drug Wegovy and will take a decision by the fourth quarter, the Danish drugmaker said on Friday.

The company's experimental once-daily version will become the first oral GLP-1 for chronic weight management, if approved.

Novo Nordisk's oral GLP-1 drug Rybelsus, which also has the same active ingredient semaglutide, is already approved for blood sugar control in adults with diabetes.

(Reporting by Sriparna Roy in Bengaluru; Editing by Sriraj Kalluvila)

Key Takeaways

  • FDA accepts Novo Nordisk's application for oral Wegovy.
  • Decision expected by the fourth quarter.
  • First oral GLP-1 for chronic weight management, if approved.
  • Rybelsus, another oral GLP-1, is approved for diabetes.
  • Wegovy contains semaglutide, similar to Rybelsus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The FDA's acceptance of Novo Nordisk's application for an oral version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
What is Wegovy?
Wegovy is a weight-loss drug developed by Novo Nordisk, containing the active ingredient semaglutide.
What is GLP-1?
GLP-1 is a class of medications used for chronic weight management and diabetes control.

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