Eli Lilly’s blockbuster drug Mounjaro has quickly become the market leader in the segment, thanks to its strong clinical performance and early entry advantage.
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Drugmakers in India — the world’s largest supplier of non-patented medicines — aim to tap what could be a $94 billion global opportunity by 2035
Sales of weight loss drug Mounjaro doubled in August
Lilly started selling Mounjaro in India in late March for diabetes and obesity, and it was so far available only in 2.5 mg and 5 mg vials
The drug will follow a four-week cycle for dosage, starting with the smallest dose of 0.25 mg per week for four weeks, followed by a gradual increase in dosage.
Mounjaro, the new weight loss drug, is gaining popularity in India for its rapid results. Patients report better appetite control, blood sugar management, and significant weight loss.
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Mounjaro is a very big opportunity, given that a significant number of people have diabetes in India, says the CEO
Weight loss and diabetes: As research continues, Mounjaro may redefine medical weight loss strategies, but its ethical implications and long-term effects must be carefully monitored.
In February last year, Lilly CEO David Ricks told Reuters that it expects to launch Mounjaro, in India as early as next year.
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Companies are preparing to launch the generic version of Semaglutide in India next year
The shot helped patients lose an average of 20.4% of their weight over 68 weeks, short of the 25% weight loss that Novo had predicted for its next-generation product, which analysts had expected to launch in 2026.
"India’s obesity market is expected to grow to $52.3 billion by 2032, reflecting the urgency to address weight management with solutions that are both safe and effective," Varun Suri, Managing Director of Dr Morepen said.
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Healthcare analysts project a 50% increase in annual sales for weight-loss drugs, estimating a market value of $150 billion by the early 2030s. Key players include Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy and Eli Lilly’s Zepbound, which have captured widespread interest despite limited insurance coverage. Analysts note these drugs could soon be covered by insurers due to their potential in preventing costly health emergencies. Despite 2023 shortages, increased production is underway. Shares in Lilly and Novo have surged, reflecting their growing market dominance. Discover the future of obesity treatment with 80 experimental drugs in the pipeline.
Currently Cipla has the right to sell, promote and distribute two diabetes drugs of Eli Lilly in India
The Bengaluru-based firm has scored an early win among its peers with the UK approval for the first generic version of liraglutide injectible, which is losing patent protection in November.
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Patients with obesity issues may have found a magical drug that will keep them free from grave consequences. A drug named semaglutide suppresses appetite in its fight against obesity and is likely to cut down body weight by 20%.