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Why Are Indians Quitting Weight-Loss Drugs Despite Lower Prices?
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Health | Written by NDTV Health Desk
Generic GLP-1 drugs are cheaper than ever, but many Indians aren't staying on treatment. Here's why doctors say retention, not affordability, is the real challenge.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Taking Ozempic? New Study Explains Why Pairing It With Exercise Is Important For Your Muscles
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Researchers found that combining semaglutide with regular exercise led to greater fat loss and better overall results than using the medication alone.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Wegovy Pill Users Lost Up To 21.6% Weight In New Obesity Trial
- Thursday May 14, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The findings come from Novo Nordisk's phase 3 OASIS 4 clinical trial studying oral semaglutide 25 mg, the same active ingredient used in injectable Wegovy.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
- Sunday May 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Scientists Identify Protein Behind Ageing Joints In Arthritis Breakthrough
- Friday April 24, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Stanford University scientists have identified a protein called 15-PGDH that drives cartilage breakdown with age, and shown that blocking it can restore worn joints in mice and human tissue.
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www.ndtv.com
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Popular Weight Loss Drugs May Lead To More Muscle Loss, Finds Study
- Sunday April 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study analysed multiple studies and found that muscle-related tissue accounted for about 35% of total weight lost in incretin groups, exceeding safe benchmarks in two-thirds of cases.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Weight Loss Drugs May Be Making Patients Lose More Than Just Fat
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
UNC researchers found popular incretin drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide are linked to unusually high muscle loss during weight loss.
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www.ndtv.com
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From Ozempic To Bariatric Surgery, Delhi Doctor Ranks 7 Weight-Loss Methods
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Not everyone can or should opt for Ozempic, Mounjaro, or bariatric surgery for weight loss. The doctor lists seven methods and explains who they suit best
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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"Weight-Loss Injections Are Not For Wedding Prep Shortcut", Doctors Warn Against Misuse Of Ozempic, Mounjaro
- Monday April 6, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
These medications are designed for people with obesity or related health conditions, not for short-term aesthetic goals. When used by otherwise healthy individuals aiming for quick slimming, the balance between benefit and risk often becomes unfavour
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Using Ozempic Cause Your Hair To Fall Out? Experts Explain
- Saturday April 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Ozempic can lead to potential thinning of hair strands. Here is what Dr Neha Shah, Dr Sharmatha, Dr Narayanan A, Dr Gaurang Krishna, and Dr Krishna want to convey to the people using Ozempic.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Semaglutide Weight-Loss Drugs May Help Prevent Deadly Heart Attack Complications
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Popular weight-loss drugs like semaglutide may reduce life-threatening complications after heart attacks, a UK study finds. By improving blood flow in tiny vessels, these drugs could help the heart recover, but human trials are still needed.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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GLP-1 Drugs In India: How To Spot Fakes Before It's Too Late
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Counterfeit GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide are rising in India amid growing demand and multiple cheaper versions entering the market.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
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Metformin Vs Ozempic: Which Popular Diabetes Drug Improves Blood Sugar Control With Lesser Side Effects?
- Saturday March 28, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Metformin is usually the first-choice for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This drug mainly works by lowering glucose production in the liver. It also helps your body respond better to insulin.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Drug Regulator Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, Issues Notice
- Tuesday March 24, 2026
- Health | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, along with state regulators, has initiated targeted enforcement measures to curb malpractices and ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Safety Checks For New Generic Weight-Loss Drugs To Be Increased: Government
- Tuesday March 24, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Amid serious concerns over recent introduction of multiple generic variants of GLP-1 based weight loss drugs in the Indian market, the government on Tuesday said it has intensified regulatory surveillance against the drug’s
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Why Are Indians Quitting Weight-Loss Drugs Despite Lower Prices?
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Health | Written by NDTV Health Desk
Generic GLP-1 drugs are cheaper than ever, but many Indians aren't staying on treatment. Here's why doctors say retention, not affordability, is the real challenge.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Taking Ozempic? New Study Explains Why Pairing It With Exercise Is Important For Your Muscles
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Researchers found that combining semaglutide with regular exercise led to greater fat loss and better overall results than using the medication alone.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Wegovy Pill Users Lost Up To 21.6% Weight In New Obesity Trial
- Thursday May 14, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The findings come from Novo Nordisk's phase 3 OASIS 4 clinical trial studying oral semaglutide 25 mg, the same active ingredient used in injectable Wegovy.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
- Sunday May 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Scientists Identify Protein Behind Ageing Joints In Arthritis Breakthrough
- Friday April 24, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Stanford University scientists have identified a protein called 15-PGDH that drives cartilage breakdown with age, and shown that blocking it can restore worn joints in mice and human tissue.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Popular Weight Loss Drugs May Lead To More Muscle Loss, Finds Study
- Sunday April 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study analysed multiple studies and found that muscle-related tissue accounted for about 35% of total weight lost in incretin groups, exceeding safe benchmarks in two-thirds of cases.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Weight Loss Drugs May Be Making Patients Lose More Than Just Fat
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
UNC researchers found popular incretin drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide are linked to unusually high muscle loss during weight loss.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
From Ozempic To Bariatric Surgery, Delhi Doctor Ranks 7 Weight-Loss Methods
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Not everyone can or should opt for Ozempic, Mounjaro, or bariatric surgery for weight loss. The doctor lists seven methods and explains who they suit best
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
"Weight-Loss Injections Are Not For Wedding Prep Shortcut", Doctors Warn Against Misuse Of Ozempic, Mounjaro
- Monday April 6, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
These medications are designed for people with obesity or related health conditions, not for short-term aesthetic goals. When used by otherwise healthy individuals aiming for quick slimming, the balance between benefit and risk often becomes unfavour
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Using Ozempic Cause Your Hair To Fall Out? Experts Explain
- Saturday April 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Ozempic can lead to potential thinning of hair strands. Here is what Dr Neha Shah, Dr Sharmatha, Dr Narayanan A, Dr Gaurang Krishna, and Dr Krishna want to convey to the people using Ozempic.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Semaglutide Weight-Loss Drugs May Help Prevent Deadly Heart Attack Complications
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Popular weight-loss drugs like semaglutide may reduce life-threatening complications after heart attacks, a UK study finds. By improving blood flow in tiny vessels, these drugs could help the heart recover, but human trials are still needed.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
GLP-1 Drugs In India: How To Spot Fakes Before It's Too Late
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Counterfeit GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide are rising in India amid growing demand and multiple cheaper versions entering the market.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Metformin Vs Ozempic: Which Popular Diabetes Drug Improves Blood Sugar Control With Lesser Side Effects?
- Saturday March 28, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Metformin is usually the first-choice for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This drug mainly works by lowering glucose production in the liver. It also helps your body respond better to insulin.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Drug Regulator Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, Issues Notice
- Tuesday March 24, 2026
- Health | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, along with state regulators, has initiated targeted enforcement measures to curb malpractices and ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Safety Checks For New Generic Weight-Loss Drugs To Be Increased: Government
- Tuesday March 24, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Amid serious concerns over recent introduction of multiple generic variants of GLP-1 based weight loss drugs in the Indian market, the government on Tuesday said it has intensified regulatory surveillance against the drug’s
-
www.ndtv.com/health