The patent for semaglutide — the anti-diabetic and anti-obesity medication from pharma major Novo Nordisk — ended on March 20, with many Indian companies launching their generic versions on Saturday with price tags ranging from Rs 1,200 to Rs 5,000 for a month.
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Doctors advise cautious use of cheap generic anti-obesity medicines
March 22, 2026The patent for semaglutide — the anti-diabetic and anti-obesity medication from pharma major Novo Nordisk — ended on March 20, with many Indian companies launching their generic versions on Saturday with price tags ranging from Rs 1,200 to Rs 5,000 for a month.