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Incretin medications work by mimicking hormones the gut produces naturally after eating

Stimulates Competition: The presence of generics can push innovations further, leading to more advanced or improved versions in the future

What the Trial Data Actually Tell Us The STEP-3 trial paired semaglutide 2.4 mg with a structured lifestyle intervention: a calorie target, behavioral counseling, and 30 minutes of daily physical activity

Oral semaglutide (Rybelsus) already exists for the diabetes indication at lower doses, and higher-dose oral formulations for weight management are in late-stage development

The organization also is suing the FDA over compounding restrictions for semaglutide