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Generic semaglutide prices in India may crash by half with new brands and lower raw costs
Economy
Published on 13 May 2026
A month could cost as low as 500 rupees
Generic semaglutide in India is expected to get dramatically cheaper, with prices likely to fall by more than half in the coming months. The drop is linked to the entry of smaller brands and a steep decline in raw material costs. A one month dose could fall to as low as ₹500, potentially widening access to the popular weight-loss drug.
- Generic semaglutide prices may fall by over half soon
- New smaller brands are expected to intensify competition
- Lower raw material costs are driving the expected price drop
- A monthly dose could be priced as low as ₹500
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