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Lilly’s once-weekly insulin matches daily shots in late-stage tests

Bio Pharma Dive

The results, which showed Lilly’s drug was as effective at controlling blood sugar as standard injections, come as Novo Nordisk seeks approval for a competing once-weekly insulin.

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Lilly builds case for weekly insulin shot

Bio Pharma Dive

New data show Lilly’s longer-lasting insulin matched daily shots in controlling blood sugar, adding to positive findings the company disclosed in May.

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Egyptian Drug Authority approves Lilly and EVA’s insulin injection

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli Lilly and EVA Pharma have announced approval from the Egyptian Drug Authority for the human insulin glargine injection.

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Civica targets insulin in effort to produce cheaper drugs

Bio Pharma Dive

The nonprofit group announced ambitious plans to begin offering insulin at prices no higher than $30 per vial by early 2024.

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Lilly to lower insulin prices by 70%

Bio Pharma Dive

The pharma company, along with its diabetes drug rivals Novo Nordisk and Sanofi, has long been under pressure over the high cost of insulin — scrutiny that has recently ramped up in the U.S.

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Biden proposes subsidizing drug middlemen for insulin

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The House is preparing to vote on a $35 monthly insulin cap later, but there is stern opposition to the plan, which could cost billions over ten years. With the money it costs us, the Government could encourage a private company to build a manufacturing facility for insulin while offering tax incentives. Los Angeles Times.

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Eli Lilly places price cap of $35 on out-of-pocket insulin cost

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli Lilly has announced that it will reduce the price of its most commonly used insulin, Humalog, in the US, by 70% and cap the out-of-pocket cost for those on commercial insurance at $35. This is the second time Lilly has significantly reduced the cost of its insulin, as in 2019 the company reduced the list price of Humalog by 50%.

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