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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Barney Davis

The weight-loss pill that may work as well as Ozempic

  • A new daily weight-loss pill, orforglipron, has shown promising results in a trial, with participants losing an average of 16 pounds (7.2 kilograms) over nine months.
  • The pill is being developed by Eli Lilly and could potentially rival injectable weight-loss drugs like Ozempic.
  • Orforglipron is taken orally and doesn't have restrictions on food or water intake.
  • It's being explored as a treatment for obesity, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnoea, and hypertension.
  • The demand for weight-loss medications has surged recently, leading to increased prices and stricter regulations.

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