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Since the patent for semaglutide, the key ingredient in weight loss drugs, expired in March, prices in India have fallen 80%

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While both GLP-1 medications and Ozempic help with weight management by promoting satiety (feeling of fullness) and reducing food intake, there are some key differences: Composition: Ozempic (semaglutide GLP-1) is a specific GLP-1 receptor agonist, while GLP-1 refers to a broader category of drugs that includes medications like Wegovy (another semaglutide GLP-1 formulation), tirzepatide, and others