The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 9, 2025

Due to the rising demand for weight loss drugs and the resulting drug shortages , some specialized compounding pharmacies make compounded semaglutide injections. Compounded versions of semaglutide contain varying ingredients, and theyre not approved by the U.S. There are a few times when compounding is necessary.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 15, 2024

In the United States, 12 million adults suffer from co-occurring chronic pain and anxiety or depression. Erasing stigmas, educating patients, and tailoring interventions can help to improve outcomes.

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JULY 2, 2025

AI-Driven CGM Insights Improved Glycemic Control | ADA 2025 Brian Nowosielski July 1st 2025 Article In an abstract presented at the American Diabetes Association 85th Scientific Sessions, researchers tested the effectiveness of an AI-driven program for improving glycemic control.

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JUNE 30, 2025

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STAT

JUNE 23, 2025

Novo Nordisk is ending a deal with telehealth company Hims & Hers, saying Monday that Hims has been engaging in “illegal mass compounding” of GLP-1 obesity treatments and “deceptive marketing.”

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STAT

APRIL 29, 2025

The explosion of compounded GLP-1 offerings over the past two years is coming to an end, and many patients are left with no good options.  Businesses are changing prescriptions, mixing in additives, or encouraging stockpiling of existing compounded products. Some have disappeared altogether.

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JULY 2, 2025

CDC Report Finds No Connection Between Thimerosal and Autism Ashley Gallagher June 25th 2025 Article Thimerosal is a mercury-containing compound that has been widely used as a preservative in some biological and drug products since the 1930s.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 15, 2025

Compounded semaglutide is another option, and its lower cost may make it seem like an appealing alternative. Compounded drugs can feel like a reprieve from shortages, insurance denials, or high prices. Heres what you need to know before you buy compounded semaglutide online, according to experts. What are compounding pharmacies?

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Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

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DECEMBER 23, 2024

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Fierce Pharma

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The war is on between compounding pharmacies making knockoff versions of popular weight loss drugs and pharma giants Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, who want to protect their right to sell their patent | Novo Nordisk has asked the FDA to prevent compounders from manufacturing copycat versions of its juggernaut diabetes and obesity treatments Ozempic and (..)

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Drug Topics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Kevin Hope, RPh, senior director of pharmacy education at Pharmcon, joined Drug Topics to discuss pharmacy compounding from the new USP changes and the importance of education around compounding best practices.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

The agency said it would give these compounders a grace period of 60 to 90 days before enforcing rules that would put a halt to their work, in an effort to avoid disruption for patients.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 23, 2025

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STAT

APRIL 23, 2025

To date, Lilly and its rival, Novo Nordisk, have filed dozens of suits against numerous companies involved in compounding versions of semaglutide and tirzepatide, the obesity and diabetes drugs known as GLP-1s. District Court for the Northern District of California.    Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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JUNE 13, 2025

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PharmaVoice

MAY 5, 2025

The two obesity leaders are pulling on all levers to stay on top of the market.

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STAT

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The deal marks a noteworthy development for Ro, which has been one of the major telehealth platforms providing compounded copies of GLP-1 obesity drugs during shortages of the branded treatments. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

MARCH 7, 2025

Today, we unpack Marty Makary’s Senate  confirmation hearing, see a new ruling against GLP-1 compounders, examine the effects of the NIH patent freeze, and explore the tumultuous biotech job market.   Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Read the rest…

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APRIL 25, 2025

Novo Nordisk has notched a major legal win against compounding pharmacies that make copies of its diabetes and obesity drug semaglutide, sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy. Compounding pharmacies are legally allowed to make versions of branded treatments if the drugs are deemed to be in shortage by the FDA.

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 2, 2025

Pharmacy leaders from Cone Health discuss how robotic compounding technologies have improved safety, accuracy, and reliability in hazardous and sterile medication preparation across oncology and acute care settings.

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Drug Topics

JANUARY 17, 2025

Researchers wanted to better understand the accuracy of advertising practices behind websites selling compounded GLP-1 RAs.

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STAT

JANUARY 6, 2025

Food and Drug Administration seeking to block compounding pharmacies in the U.S. We hope you have a meaningful and manageable day. Best of luck, and do keep in touch. … Novo Nordisk filed another citizen’s petition with the U.S. from making versions of one of its GLP-1 agonist drugs , Pharmaphorum notes.

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Drug Topics

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Federal guidance from the United States Pharmacopeia characterizes the practice as drug compounding, which pharmacists fear may drive up prices.

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JUNE 6, 2025

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JULY 8, 2025

An ordered pharmaceutical compounding process for use in 503A pharmacies, 503B outsourcing facilities, pharmaceutical industry, and other applications.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Many people are turning to compounded versions of semaglutide for various reasons, such as costs and shortages of approved medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. While compounding alternatives might seem appealing, they lack the testing and quality control of their approved counterparts. Is compounded semaglutide safe?

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Drug Topics

APRIL 20, 2023

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

A Q&A with Lisa McCabe, PharmD, MBA, BSN, director of Health System Pharmacy at Cardinal Health.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

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JULY 7, 2025

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

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JUNE 12, 2025

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JUNE 25, 2025

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STAT

APRIL 29, 2025

Good morning, we’ve got a bunch of news this morning about GLP-1 drugs,  compounding, and biotechs’ interactions with the FDA. Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?    Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Let’s get into it. Read the rest…

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MARCH 31, 2025

However, due to the shortage, compounding pharmacies and facilities were allowed to temporarily produce compounded semaglutide to meet the high demandeven though compounded semaglutide injections are not FDA approved. Some facilities add B12 to their compounds, in addition to semaglutide.

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