It was characterised as the first selective compound of its class, meaning it stimulates growth hormone release with comparatively little effect on cortisol and prolactin (Raun et al., European Journal of Endocrinology , 1998)
In 2016, 650 million people were obese and in 2020, 39 million children under the age of 5 were already overweight or obese ( Current guidelines for the treatment of diabetes and obesity recommend a step-wise approach starting with lifestyle interventions aimed at body weight loss, an increase in physical activity, and additional measures for healthier choices in everyday decisions and habits
When prescribed Ozempic for the first time or while taking it, simply request that the prescribing practitioner check for interactions with other medications and underlying conditions
Pfizer's FY2024 revenue of USD 63.6 billion represents significant decline from its COVID-era peak above USD 100 billion but confirms its standing as a large-scale pharmaceutical company with strong oncology growth (Padcev/enfortumab vedotin, an antibody-drug conjugate, achieved rapid adoption in bladder cancer)