Novo Nordisk said the decision is part of an ongoing effort to make authentic, FDA-approved semaglutide medicines more accessible, especially to those who might otherwise turn to unsafe, compounded alternatives. The company emphasized that affordability is not only a response to competitive market pressures—including Eli Lilly’s continued expansion in diabetes and obesity treatments—but also a direct effort to prioritize patient safety and access.
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