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Lilly is planning to significantly increase its manufacturing operations in the United States, aiming to invest $50 billion. This expansion is likely to boost production of medications such as Trulicity and Jardiance.

The company is increasing its investment in U.S. factories due to pressure from President Donald Trump for the pharmaceutical industry to bring drug production back to the United States. Some examples of drugs that might be affected include common medications like aspirin or ibuprofen.

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Experts believe that the recent job cuts at the FDA could have serious consequences. These reductions in staff might affect the FDA’s ability to review and approve new medications efficiently. This could delay the availability of important drugs, such as insulin for diabetes or statins for high cholesterol, potentially impacting patient care and treatment options.

The Trump administration planned to cut the number of staff at the FDA (Food and Drug Administration). This could harm the important work the FDA does to ensure the safety of medical devices and food. It might also prevent the agency from gaining knowledge in new areas.

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Drug manufacturers are suing the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) because the agency announced that there is no longer a shortage of the weight-loss drug Wegovy. Some of these manufacturers produce medications like Ozempic, which is often used similarly to Wegovy.

Telehealth company Hims & Hers announced that it will advise customers to consider different options for typical medication doses. Despite this, the company still expects to earn more revenue and profit by 2025. Some examples of medications they provide include Viagra and Cialis.

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Biotech investors are worried about the effects of funding cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). These cuts could lead to less research and development of new medicines. As a result, there might be delays in creating new treatments, like those for cancer or genetic disorders. Some well-known medicines that came from NIH-supported research include the cancer drug Taxol and the blood-thinner Warfarin. Investors fear that with less funding, fewer breakthroughs like these will happen in the future.

The Trump administration’s proposal to cut funding for National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants might negatively impact the U.S. drug industry in the long run, according to investors. This could affect the development of future medications like Advil, Lipitor, or Tylenol.

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Actor Kate Walsh, known for her role in “Grey’s Anatomy,” is joining a campaign to raise awareness about early testing for multiple types of cancer. The campaign focuses on promoting a test that can detect various cancers early. Some medications often used in cancer treatment include Tamoxifen, Imatinib, and Pembrolizumab.

Blood test company Grail has teamed up with ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ actress Kate Walsh for a campaign aimed at encouraging Generation X to get cancer screenings early.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger is using his famous “Terminator” catchphrase to help promote Zimmer Biomet’s new marketing campaign. Zimmer Biomet is a company that makes medical devices, including products like knee and hip replacements. However, the text does not mention specific pill names related to this campaign.

Arnie promised he’d return, and he has! Three months after taking on the role of chief movement officer at Zimmer Biomet, the iconic action star is leading a new campaign. This campaign cleverly uses his famous line from “The Terminator” to encourage people suffering from joint pain to keep moving. Some common medications for joint pain include ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen.

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Endo has released its first commercial for Xiaflex, a treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture, and it features a success story. Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition where the fingers bend inward towards the palm due to thickening of tissue. Xiaflex is an injectable medication that helps to break down the tissue causing this contracture, allowing for improved hand movement.

More than ten years after the FDA approved Xiaflex as a non-surgical treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture, Endo is launching its first TV commercial for this condition.

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