STEP series clinical trials of Semaglutide Novo's two obesity products, Wegovy and Saxenda, have generated DKK 16.86bn (USD 2.5bn) in sales throughout 2022, doubling the preceding year's result of DKK 8.4bn (USD 1.2bn) an increase of 101%
San Diego, CA, USA: Academic Press (2021)
These combined effects make GLP-1 a key player in maintaining healthy blood glucose control and body weight regulation
Compounded semaglutide is prepared by a pharmacy and is not an FDA-approved finished drug product, meaning it hasn't been reviewed by FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality before marketing
GLP-1 primarily acts by binding to the GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1 R), which is expressed in various tissues, including the heart, lungs, intestines, bones, and brain