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    09 Jul 2026Health

    Novo Nordisk Launches Once-Weekly Basal Insulin Awiqli in India

    India
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    The News in Brief

    Novo Nordisk has launched Awiqli (insulin icodec), the world's first once-weekly basal insulin, in India for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. It reduces insulin injections from 365 per year to 52, aiming to improve treatment adherence and reduce fear of daily injections.

    Place and Time:

    India | 9 July 2026

    Why this is important:

    • Marks a major innovation in diabetes management.
    • Can improve patient convenience and long-term adherence.
    • India, with over 101 million people living with diabetes, is among the earliest countries to launch this therapy.

    Main points to remember:

    • Company: Novo Nordisk
    • Medicine: Awiqli (insulin icodec)
    • Type: Once-weekly basal (long-acting) insulin
    • Eligible patients: Adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
    • Key benefit: Reduces injections from 365 to 52 per year and may improve treatment adherence.