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Novo Nordisk v iDexis: What’s in a name (or, in this case, a compounded medicine)?

A box of Ozempic made by Novo Nordisk is seen at a pharmacy in London, Britain. Image credit: Reuters/Hollie Adams/File Photo

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The exterior of the iDexis building, the Pretoria-based pharmacy group whose compounded weight-loss medicines are being recalled by South African health regulators. Image credit: Reuters/Alet Pretorius

iDexis appeals High Court’s ruling on Novo Nordisk weight-loss drugsNqobile Dludla

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