Obesity In Children - US Parents Face Tough Time To Access Recommended Treatment, Though Novo Nordisk's Drug Still Sees Strong Demand
Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh
U.S. parents face challenges accessing recommended obesity treatments for children, with intensive behavioral counseling often unavailable or not covered by insurance. Novo Nordisk's Wegovy sees strong demand despite concerns about long-term effects on children.
June 18, 2024 | 4:30 pm
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Novo Nordisk's Wegovy continues to see strong demand despite concerns about its long-term effects on children's development. The drug is dispensed at a rate of 25,000 first-time prescriptions weekly to adults.
The strong demand for Wegovy, despite concerns, indicates robust market acceptance and potential revenue growth for Novo Nordisk. The high prescription rate suggests continued investor confidence.
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