What Are the Most Common Weight Loss Drug Mistakes?
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic have surged in popularity in recent years, and research shows they may help with everything from the heart to the kidneys. But if they aren’t obtained or taken properly, their effects may be limited—or even dangerous.
One trend has medical professionals particularly worried. A recent poll conducted on behalf of the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center found that of 1,006 adults surveyed, about a quarter said they would consider using an injectable weight loss drug without consulting their doctor.
People interested in these drugs can bypass a consultation with a doctor by buying the medications from online pharmacies, which a recent study found often don’t require a prescription. However, taking these products can be risky. The same study found that many online pharmacies selling semaglutide, the active ingredient in the popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, lack a valid license and offer products containing unsafe dosages or ingredients.
Excerpted from Health
