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Novo's success with oral Wegovy has been fueled by 'familiarity': Spherix

Name recognition and "familiarity" with Novo Nordisk's oral Wegovy has contributed to its rapid uptake in its battle with Lilly's oral GLP-1 Foundayo, according to Spherix analyst Jim Hickey, who conducts monthly surveys with doctors who prescribe the treatments.

By FiercePharma · Jun 21, 2026 · via FiercePharma

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