FDA approves first weight-loss pill

Published December 22, 2025 9:31pm ET



The Food and Drug Administration approved the first-ever weight-loss pill on Monday, a move that is set to greatly expand the industry.

Novo Nordisk’s GLP-1 weight-loss pill is a tablet formulation of the popular Ozempic and Wegovy. The drugs previously could only be taken via injection, a discomforting method for many users. Its transformation into a convenient pill is almost certain to lead to increased usage of the drug.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.