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Roche Gains Rights to Hanmi Obesity Drug That Reduces Fat, Preserves Muscle - MedCity News

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Roche gains rights to Hanmi obesity drug that preserves muscle mass

Roche acquired rights to Hanmi Pharmaceutical's obesity drug for $190 million upfront and up to $2.3 billion total. The drug is designed to activate receptors in skeletal muscle to increase muscle mass while reducing fat, addressing a key concern with current GLP-1 weight loss medications.

Aug 24, 2026·2 sourcesGLP-1 medicationsMetabolic health
Roche gains rights to Hanmi obesity drug that preserves muscle mass
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