FDA approves GLP-1 generic for Type 2 diabetes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Generic daily injection approved GLP-1 treatment for type 2 diabetes patients aged 10 years and older. Currently in short supply, liraglutide injection, sold under the brand name Victoza, will provide a low-cost option for people in need of a GLP-1 treatment. “Generic drugs provide additional treatment options that […]
FDA approves Hikma’s generic version of Novo’s diabetes drug Victoza
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Hikma Pharmaceuticals' generic version of Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug Victoza, paving the way for the launch of another treatment in the country. Hikma's branded generic will compete with Teva Pharmaceuticals' approved generic Victoza, which was launched in the U.S. earlier this year. Authorized generics are exact […]
Generic version of Mucinex contains cancer-causing chemical: report
Generic versions of the popular cold and allergy medicine Mucinex, sold under in-store brands at CVS, Walmart, Target and Walgreens, reportedly contain the carcinogenic chemical benzene. Benzene is a colourless, flammable liquid that has been used to make plastics, synthetic fibres, household cleaners, gasoline and rubber, and has been linked to diseases such as leukemia […]
Polls Suggest that Kamala Harris Has Become ‘Generic Democrat’
Since Vice President Kamala Harris became the 2024 Democratic nominee to replace President Joe Biden, her approval rating has risen in many polls because she has become the so-called “generic” Democratic candidate. The New York Times I will report. While the word “generic” may sound like an insult, it is in fact a coveted status, […]
Diabetes patients have access to first generic GLP-1 medication: ‘More accessible’
Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to reduce weight and Diabetes Management Demand has skyrocketed in recent years, making it difficult for some people to obtain the medicine. To clear up supply chain disruptions, the first-ever generic GLP-1, a replica of Victoza, was launched on June 25th. Victoza, manufactured by Novo Nordisk […]
FTC probing drug ‘middlemen’ over generic shortages at hospitals
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking information about the role of drug distributors and other companies that buy drugs for U.S. hospitals over shortages of generic drugs such as chemotherapy drugs and antibiotics, the Federal Trade Commission said Wednesday. It was announced on . The freedom of information request by the agency and the Department […]