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The Loss of Exclusivity (LOE) of semaglutide in China, Brazil, Canada and India in 2026 will result in the availability of cheaper generics in these countries (and possibly neighbouring countries via parallel import)

In rats, on the other hand, lesions of the AP or administration of exendin (939) into the 4th ventricle blocked the food intake inhibition by GLP-1 infused into the hepatic portal vein [261], suggesting that high concentrations of circulating GLP-1 act on the hindbrain to reduce food intake

Diabetes (Type 2) Available in NZ = Dulaglutide (Trulicity, weekly injection) or Liraglutide (Victoza, daily injection)

This enzyme converts ATP into cAMP

Targeting GLP-1/GLP-1 receptors While altered GLP-1 secretion in T2DM remains contested, native GLP-1 has demonstrated efficacy in improving blood glucose levels in patients