Arbutus holds many patents relating to LNP-nucleic acid formulations generally, with the LNPs defined by ratios of the lipids in the particles
Onglyza is used for glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Mechanism studied: NNMT catalyses the methylation of nicotinamide
WeGovy, on the other hand, goes between just under 30% more and around 20% less than the periodic average

The following milestones mark important progress in the consolidated federal litigation: Increased evidentiary standards for gastroparesis claims: Courts require plaintiffs alleging gastroparesis to support claims with objective gastric-emptying tests rather than symptoms alone, raising the bar for admissible medical evidence Daubert hearings on expert testimony: May 2025 hearings will determine whether plaintiffs medical experts can testify about causation potentially decisive rulings that could strengthen or weaken thousands of claims Short-form complaint process adoption: MDL implemented streamlined filing procedures to manage the influx of new cases efficiently while maintaining procedural fairness Monthly status conferences throughout 2025: Regular court meetings ensure ongoing case management and coordination as parties work through challenging scientific and legal issues In September 2025, Judge Marston allowed most plaintiffs claims to proceed after denying defendants motions to dismiss, including accusations that drugmakers failed to warn about gastrointestinal issues and misrepresented safety

Retatrutide (Eli Lilly), a triagonist currently in phase III clinical trials (TRIUMPH-1 NCT05929066 and others 3 ) adds a glucagon receptor agonist to its mechanism of action, promising an even greater impact on weight loss