A new pill called Amycretin by Novo Nordisk is showing promising results in weight loss, outperforming the weight loss injections like Wegovy. The pill mimics hormones that make you feel full and stop overeating. The pharmaceutical firm is experiencing a surge in value due to these results. Trials for Amycretin are ongoing.
Key Points
Amycretin by Novo Nordisk showing promising results in weight loss
Mimics GLP-1 and amylin hormones to aid in weight loss
Potential to revolutionize obesity treatment with easier administration
Pros
Amycretin showed a 13% body weight loss in 12 weeks in a trial, outperforming Wegovy
Mimics hormones GLP-1 and amylin to make patients feel full and stop overeating
Potential breakthrough in obesity treatment with easier administration compared to injections
Cons
Limited study with 16 patients, more research needed for conclusive results
Potential side effects include gut issues, severe acute pancreatitis, and other uncommon side effects