Heard on the Street: Obesity treatments are currently limited to injections, but pills could expand the market and lower costs
Obesity treatments are currently limited to injections, but pills could expand the market and lower costsSome drugs initially approved to treat Type 2 diabetes are now being used for cosmetic weight loss.
WSJ’s Daniela Hernandez explains how they work, their side effects, and concerns over unintended consequences. Illustration: Elizabeth SmelovDow Jones & Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 87990cbe856818d5eddac44c7b1cdeb8
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