Posted 2/1/2024, 12:00:00 PM
Counterfeit Weight Loss Drugs Endanger Health and Trust
- Counterfeit weight loss drugs pose severe health risks and undermine trust in legitimate medications
- Shortages of approved weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic have opened the door to counterfeits
- Counterfeits are often sold via unregulated channels and contain unknown ingredients
- Lack of FDA regulation means compounded semaglutide products may be unsafe or ineffective
- Fake drugs can cause toxic reactions or infections due to improper handling and dosing