Actimed Therapeutics has initiated a two-part development program investigating S-pindolol benzoate for preserving muscle mass in patients on GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy for obesity.
GLP-1 receptor agonists helped obese children lose 5-16% of body weight after one year of treatment when combined with lifestyle interventions, according to research presented at the European Congress on Obesity.
Saudi Industry Minister Bandar Al-Khorayef is visiting Denmark to strengthen pharmaceutical partnerships, with a focus on bringing insulin and GLP-1 production to Saudi Arabia through collaboration with Novo Nordisk.
The World Health Organization plans to officially recommend GLP-1 receptor agonists like Wegovy and Zepbound for adult obesity treatment globally, with guidelines expected by September 2024.
New data from the TRANSFORM-AF study suggests GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce the risk of recurrent atrial fibrillation events by approximately 13% in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
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