Ozempic and Wegovy Now Available After Prolonged Shortages
The FDA confirms all doses of Novo Nordisk's popular drugs are listed as available, though they remain on the shortage list.
- Novo Nordisk's efforts to increase the supply of Ozempic and Wegovy have led to all doses being listed as available in the U.S.
- The FDA is evaluating whether the current supply can meet the growing demand for these medications.
- Despite being listed as available, Ozempic and Wegovy are not fully removed from the FDA's drug shortage list.
- Novo Nordisk has been working closely with the FDA and investing in manufacturing capacity to address shortages.
- The availability update could impact compounding pharmacies, which have been making unapproved versions of these drugs.