Tag: weight management
PDA opposes DiCE guidance on online prescribing for GLP-1 agonist
PDA has withheld its endorsement of the DiCE guidance due to concerns over patient safety
The Pharmacist's Defence Association (PDA) has raised concerns over the...
Novo’s Wegovy shows heart benefit alongside weight loss in trial
Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk said on Tuesday (Aug 8) a large study had shown the highly effective obesity treatment also had a clear cardiovascular benefit,...
Weight loss drug candidates multiply, spurring hopes of lower costs
New data on weight loss drugs that could compete with Novo Nordisk's Wegovy are raising expectations there will soon be more options, and possibly...
Weight-loss drug pioneers aim to jump on Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy bandwagon
Weight loss drug Wegovy has transformed the obesity market and pharmaceutical companies with existing treatments are hoping the resulting demand will boost demand for...
NICE recommends weight loss jab to help people shed unhealthy fat
Thousands of people struggling with obesity could soon be offered a weekly injection to help shed unhealthy fat (weight loss jab).
The National Institute for...
Rowlands challenges weight loss stereotypes with new weight management service
Rowlands pharmacy has launched a new weight loss management service across its UK network, challenging perceptions around weight loss and providing expert support to...