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What this means for you
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What's happening:** A new weight-loss drug called retatrutide is becoming popular, but fake versions are being sold illegally online and through unofficial sources before the drug is even officially approved by the FDA.
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What you should do:** If you're looking for weight-loss medication, only get prescriptions from a licensed doctor and fill them at a pharmacy you trust—never buy medications from websites or sellers you don't know, as fake drugs can be dangerous or ineffective.
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Key takeaway:** The demand for new weight-loss drugs is real, but using counterfeit or unapproved versions puts your health at risk; wait for official approval and work with your doctor on safe, proven options.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: BBC Health · Read full article ↗
Dupes of retatrutide are flooding the black market, but the drug is yet to be approved by regulators.
📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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