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Ozempic maker in hot seat over drug costs

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Senators pressed the drug manufacturer company Novo Nordisk over its high costs.

Americans pay around a $ 1000 a month for the popular diabetes and weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy.

Democrats argue Medicare should be able to negotiate drug prices for the first time starting next year .

Republicans say cost mandates would only undermine company profits.

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English

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