The Race to Beat Ozempic Is Getting Weird

Summary: Right now, there are plenty of weight-loss drugs to choose from, like Ozempic and Zepbound. But drug companies are still trying to make a better one. The newest experimental drug is called CagriSema. It combines two different medicines to slow down how fast food leaves your stomach and control your blood sugar.

People hoped CagriSema would be the most powerful weight-loss drug yet. However, in a big 84-week test, it went head-to-head against Zepbound and lost. People taking CagriSema lost about 20% of their body weight, while Zepbound users lost almost 24%. Even though it didn't win the top spot, doctors say it is still a very strong drug. The best news? Having more of these drugs available will likely create competition and drive down the high prices for everyone.

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