Dubai: The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved the version of Wegovy, a medication that people take every day to help them manage their weight. Wegovy is for adults who’re obese or overweight and have health problems because of their weight. The company Novo Nordisk made Wegovy. It is a kind of medication that helps people lose weight and keep it off. People who take Wegovy need to eat fewer calories and exercise more. This medication helps people lose weight for a time.
This is a deal for the UAE because it is only the second country to approve the oral version of Wegovy. The UAE already approved the version of Wegovy that people inject. The Emirates Drug Establishment says that studies show Wegovy is effective. It helps people lose weight. Reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other heart problems.
Dr Fatma Al Kaabi says that approving Wegovy shows the UAE cares about helping people with obesity. The country wants to give people access to effective treatments. Health officials say that obesity is a problem. It can cause chronic diseases. So it is very important to treat obesity effectively.
People from Novo Nordisk are happy about the approval. They say that taking a medication every day is easy and convenient. This can help people stick to their treatment plan and manage their weight. The UAE is working hard to give people access to the best possible healthcare. The country also wants to teach people about obesity and how to prevent it.
