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Eli Lilly CEO: Seeing global demand for weight loss drug Mounjaro
CNBC Televisionยท 2025-10-30 14:13
Key Products & Market Performance - Tzepide and Mjaro (Zepbound) achieved market leadership in the US for both diabetes and obesity, driven by strong international performance [2] - Mangaro rollout in China, Brazil, and India indicates strong global demand [3] - Oral pill orforglipron is completing Phase 3 program with submission in Q4, aiming for broad global rollout [4][6] Pipeline & Clinical Trials - Oral pill offers a less intrusive alternative to injections, potentially appealing to those reaching their weight target [8] - Retatrutide, a triple-acting agent, shows promise for even greater weight loss than Zepbound or Mounjaro, with initial study focused on knee pain [10] - Studies are exploring the effects of weight loss drugs on inflammation, chronic knee pain, and addictive properties in the brain [11][12] Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates continued FDA approvals, supported by user fees, despite potential government shutdowns [7] - The company has built a head inventory to introduce orforglipron around the world [8] - The company is exploring additional indications beyond weight loss, such as knee pain and back pain, targeting a larger patient population [9][10]