Tag Archives: Wegovy

Altimmune MASH Misstep; Novo Partners with WeightWatchers; Novartis Partners for CV Drug Discovery 

Three cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Altimmune announced topline Ph2b pemvidutide MASH data, which missed its co-primary endpoint (view press release); Novo announced a new collaboration with WeightWatchers to offer Wegovy through its NovoCare Pharmacy (view press release); and Novartis entered into a collaboration agreement with ProFound to discover and develop therapeutics for CVD (view press release). Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights on the respective news items.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

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Novo ADA 2025 Investor Event and Full REDEFINE 1 and 2 Results

Novo Nordisk presented results from the REDEFINE 1 and 2 cagrisema Ph3 trials at ADA 2025 (view press release); and the REDEFINE 1 (view publication) and REDEFINE 2 (view publication) results were simultaneously published in the NEJM. Following the readout, Novo hosted its ADA 2025 Investor Event and provided updates across its pipeline, including cagrisema, 7.2mg semaglutide, and amycretin. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the REDEFINE presentation and investor webcast.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Evernorth Caps Wegovy and Zepbound Costs; Saxenda Pediatric CHMP Opinion 

Two cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Evernorth Health Services announced a new pharmacy benefit capping the monthly OOP cost of Wegovy and Zepbound (view press release); and CHMP adopted a positive opinion for the Saxenda pediatric indication (view CHMP statement). Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items. 

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Novo Introduces New Wegovy Savings; Lilly’s Letter to Patients about Access; Sequel to Integrate with Abbott’s Glucose-ketone Sensor; Sernova Appoints Cell Pouch Advisory Board 

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items has been observed from Novo Nordisk, Lilly, Sequel Med Tech/Abbott, and Sernova Biotherapeutics. FENIX will cover Cigna’s announcement regarding AOM coverage (view here) in today’s upcoming blast. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.   

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Noom Offers Lower-Dose Wegovy; Tandem’s Mobi Receives CE Mark; Ascletis Ph1 Obesity Study 

Three cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Noom is offering lower doses of compounded Wegovy (view article); Tandem Diabetes Care’s Mobi insulin pump received CE Mark (view 8-K filing); and Ascletis Pharma announced dosing the first patient in its Ph1 ASC47 (THR-β) obesity study (view press release; view CT.gov record). Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Novo Partners with Septerna for Obesity Drug Development; GSK Acquires MASH Asset from Boston Pharma; Sernova Interim Cell Pouch Results; Found Integrates with LillyDirect and NovoCare; Cytokinetics Ph3 HCM Results; Lexicon, Fractyl, and Scholar Rock Q1 ’25 Earnings 

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items has been observed from: Novo Nordisk/Septerna, GSK/Boston Pharmaceuticals, Sernova Biotherapeutics, Found, Cytokinetics, Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Fractyl Health, and Scholar Rock. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Obesity Spotlight: Novo’s Quest for Semaglutide Successor and Next Obesity Foundational Therapy

In the fourth installment of FENIX’s Obesity Spotlight Series, FENIX has conducted a deep dive analysis of Novo Nordisk’s obesity pipeline and strategy with a particular focus on the potential successor to semaglutide. The analysis includes an overview of Novo’s partnership/acquisition history as the company looks to fuel its next wave of obesity innovation and maintain its position in the increasingly crowded obesity market.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Lilly Presents Zepbound vs Wegovy Ph3 Data; Metsera and Akero Q1 ‘25 Earnings; Madrigal Ph3 MASH Data at EASL 2025; Roche Invests in North Carolina Manufacturing Site  

A series of cardiometabolic-related items has been observed from Lilly, Metsera, Akero Therapeutics, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, and Roche. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights into the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Novo London, Zealand, MannKind, Xeris, and Viatris Q1 ‘25 Earnings; US Judge Supports FDA’s Removal of Lilly’s GLP-1RA From Shortage List; Lilly Makes Changes to Executive Leadership

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items has been observed from Novo Nordisk, Zealand Pharma, FDA/OFA, Lilly, MannKind, Xeris, and Viatris. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Novo Q1 ‘25 Earnings

Novo Nordisk hosted its Q1 ’25 earnings call (press release; slides) and provided updates across its CVRM portfolio and Novo’s near-term obesity pipeline. Of note, Novo lowered its FY 2025 guidance due to reduced GLP-1RA market penetration as a result of compounding. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the Q1 ’25 earnings call.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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