GLP-1 analogues are becoming more accessible to patients with diabetes and obesity in urban and semi-urban areas thanks to the growth of digital health platforms and e-pharmacies in India
Think: hollowed cheeks and temples, sagging skin along the jawline and neck, sunken or dark under-eye circles, and worsened wrinkles
GLP-1 agonists may be oral or injectable depending on the medication prescribed by your provider
Exendin-4, by contrast, proved resistant to DPP-4 degradation
By affecting these appetite-related pathways, retatrutide may make it easier to eat less
With Foundayo, Ro is also tapping into anticipated patient interest in pill-based alternatives that may reduce barriers associated with injections, including convenience and perceived stigma