Novo will pay Septerna around $200 million in upfront and near-term performance milestone payments, with up to $2.2 billion promised based on the projects long-term performance
However, with the advent of incretin treatment, there are now pharmacological options that result in weight loss of 15 to 20% bodyweight, which approaches that achieved with bariatric surgery, and substantial cardiovascular benefit
Sustainability Concerns : The requirement for potentially lifelong therapy, combined with rapid weight regain upon discontinuation, raises questions about long-term sustainability and practical implementation
The bigger factor is supply chain proximity
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GLP-1 receptor agonists GLP-1 receptor monoagonists According to their pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetic properties, the GLP-1RAs are categorized as either short-acting or long-acting agents