Type 2 Diabetes Treatment: Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has launched its famous diabetes drug Ozempic in India, which is considered a big step in the field of treatment of type-2 diabetes. The company has fixed the price of its initial 0.25 mg weekly dose at Rs 8,800. This medicine comes in the form of a pre-filled injection pen, which is administered once a week. In view of the rapidly increasing cases of diabetes and obesity in India, experts are considering it an important step. CDSCO had approved this medicine for adult patients with type-2 diabetes in October, after which its launch in India was long awaited.

How does the medicine work?

Experts say that the effect of Ozempic is not limited only to blood sugar control. It can help in reducing appetite, keeping sugar level balanced in the body and in weight management in the long run. Dr. Unnikrishnan of Chalerm Diabetes Institute told NI that “This medicine becomes effective only when it is combined with a regular routine like exercise, balanced diet and timely medication.” They say that it would be a mistake to consider it as a quick weight loss medicine, it can also help in reducing heart and kidney related problems in diabetes patients.

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Why did India become a big market for pharmaceutical companies?

India ranks second in the world in terms of the number of Type 2 diabetes patients. Along with this, cases of obesity are also continuously increasing. This is the reason why the demand for medicines to maintain weight and control sugar has increased rapidly. According to an estimate, the global market of this category may reach approximately 150 billion dollars in the next few years. Ozempic has been approved in the US since 2017 and this drug has become very popular there due to its weight loss ability. However, in India it can be used only on the prescription of endocrinologists and internal medicine specialists. It is not approved for use cosmetically or solely for weight loss purposes.

ozempic prices

The company has made its three strengths available in India

0.25 mg- Rs 8,800

0.5 mg- Rs 10,170

1 mg- Rs 11,175

company claim

According to Vikrant Shrotriya, head of Novo Nordisk India, Ozempic can help in reducing weight by about 8 kg in diabetes patients. He says that this medicine can go beyond blood sugar control and also provide benefits in heart and kidney health.

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Disclaimer: This information is based on research studies and expert opinion. Do not consider this as a substitute for medical advice. Before adopting any new activity or exercise, please consult your doctor or relevant specialist.

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