The move is likely part of the company’s goal to reduce costs as it faces increased competition in the GLP-1 space.

Data to highlight the impact of Wegovy® (semaglutide 2.4 mg) on atrial fibrillation - a common heart rhythm condition - in people living with obesity (SELECT study)Additional Rybelsus® and Ozempic® data demonstrate new cardiometabolic benefits (improvements in heart and metabolic health) in people living with type 2 diabetes (SOUL and STRIDE studies)New insights into the role of inflammation in cardiovascular disease on mortality and major cardiovascular events in people living with inflammation in the heart vesselsBagsværd,

Novo said cash-paying Americans can now buy Ozempic for $499 per month through various channels including its official website.

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Some women are complaining of 'Ozempic vulva' and GLP-1 medications can causes changes to women's private parts.