Michael Palladinetti, global head of business development and licensing at Sanofi, told delegates attending Bio Europe Spring in Barcelona, Spain last week that history has shown us time and time again that no one has the monopoly on the next wave of innovation. Citing the recent GLP-1 wave, Palladinetti said the industry has a bit of fear of missing out (FOMO) and paid kudos to Lily and Novo for staying in the space. He added how innovation is also very difficult and that industry players need to have a broad view. Both firms are pioneers in the diabetes space, having launched their own versions of insulin over 100 years ago
Insulin Dose Adjustments When Adding Semaglutide Your healthcare provider will likely reduce your insulin dose when starting semaglutide to prevent hypoglycemia
There is no specific required waiting period, but it is often best to wait until any immediate post-injection nausea has subsided
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Each meal should ideally contain: Lean protein sources (2030g per meal, adjusted if you have kidney disease): chicken breast, turkey, white fish, eggs, tofu, or low-fat Greek yoghurt Complex carbohydrates (portion-controlled): wholegrain bread, brown rice, quinoa, sweet potato, or oats Abundant vegetables : aim for at least half your plate to comprise non-starchy vegetables Healthy fats in moderation : avocado, nuts, seeds, or olive oil (small quantities due to slower gastric emptying) Given the reduced gastric capacity and delayed emptying associated with semaglutide, eating slowly and chewing thoroughly helps prevent uncomfortable fullness or nausea
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