Examples include AstraZenecas investment in Eccogene and Roches agreement to buy GLP-1 drug developer Carmot Therapeutics for up to $3.1bn in December 2023
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Their versatility raises important questions about how these treatments are reshaping patient behaviors and treatment practices
These include severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting with inability to tolerate fluids, visual changes (especially for people with diabetes and existing retinopathy), signs of allergic reaction (rash, difficulty breathing, facial swelling), right upper quadrant pain with fever or jaundice (possible gallbladder disease), or symptoms of thyroid tumors (neck mass, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing)
There are still promising opportunities for brands that focus on premium options and value quality over quantity