The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warnings about counterfeit Ozempic, a diabetes drug widely used for weight loss, found in the U.S. drug supply chain. The FDA has seized thousands of units of the counterfeit drug distributed through legitimate sources. There have been reports of adverse events from the affected products. The drug, along with Wegovy, is also being explored for potential uses in treating conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Researchers have developed a vibrating weight loss pill that could induce the feeling of fullness by stimulating the stomach's stretch receptors through vibration. The excitement around weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy continues, with potential for broader applications and impact on public health in 2024.
Ozempic may be getting a weight loss drug alternative https://t.co/7aRmNS9hic
The diabetes and weight-loss injections Ozempic and Wegovy also reduce inflammation in the body, raising hopes they could treat conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease 👇 https://t.co/DdVANqR9UF
I first learned about Wegovy / Ozempic (same drug) because of the jokes. One of the biggest stories of the year. Unlike fad diet drugs like Hydroxycut, this is a real compound. In short, it mimics hormones in the body tell you you're full -- hence restricting appetite. The…
2024 will see a new weight-loss drug that trumps Wegovy and Ozempic https://t.co/8ggfR79Xmm
Researchers have designed an electronic weight loss pill that can induce the illusion of fullness by stimulating the stomach’s “stretch” receptors through vibration, according to a new @ScienceAdvances study in pigs. https://t.co/216LvB04Ec https://t.co/M7stzGTfw6
A new class of drugs for weight loss could end obesity. They promise riches for drugmakers, huge savings for health systems and better lives for millions https://t.co/heJ8PVff3G 👇
Vibrating pill may help with obesity by making your stomach feel full https://t.co/6YOK0CtF6t
Vibrating pill can help with weight loss: study https://t.co/j6UDzR9vec
Ozempic has predictably made me lose weight. But why has it made me drink less? Gamble less? Smoke less? The science isn’t clear, but I think I know the answer. https://t.co/RjIIEIGs7N https://t.co/cqshDVqscB
Doctors are exploring whether weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic may have other potential uses, such as helping alcoholics avoid drinking https://t.co/mUJhK0ZHSY
Researchers have designed an electronic weight loss pill that can induce the illusion of fullness by stimulating the stomach’s “stretch” receptors through vibration, according to a new study in pigs. https://t.co/phTRcXtiuf https://t.co/4ArLUTKkL4
Weight-loss drugs have the potential to transform public health. In 2024, expect more data on their impact—and more demand https://t.co/OMO26kAtJi 🌐
This pill is called “VIBES” and it helps you feel full. Used for inducing satiety prematurely for obese individuals, using vibrations it lets out in the stomach. https://t.co/lhdWfJz3WB
Since Ozempic and Wegovy flooded the scene, there have been reports of other potential uses for them, like treating conditions ranging from PCOS to Alzheimer’s. But proving they work for each condition means spending years of research and resources. https://t.co/KRavkFtTHH
Ozempic / semaglutide users are staring down guaranteed negative health outcomes including amputation from diabetes. For that population, huge benefit. Normal weight people shouldn’t go near the stuff unless they track macros and are looking for an edge. Even then, maybe not. https://t.co/HoC0Vketw0
The future of weight loss could be built upon this vibrating pill https://t.co/WxDtRn8ela
Oprah's flip on weight loss drugs is a sign of what's to come for the 'Ozempic trade' in 2024 https://t.co/I7muZEIbhY
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an advisory Thursday warning customers not to use counterfeit Ozempic shots found in the drug supply chain. https://t.co/PGDdSjycPD
This is going to be another epic failure, perhaps one of the biggest pharmaceutical disasters up there with birth control, SSRIs, and opiates. Ozempic is a one-way ticket to skinny fat, likely zero improvement from being fat fat. Aside from some morbidly obese people gaining some… https://t.co/eaemob0Tld https://t.co/mj16IF5UlA
On Thursday, the FDA issued a warning about units of counterfeit Ozempic, a popular weight loss drug. The agency says that five people have been affected so far, displaying "adverse reactions" to the drugs. https://t.co/jSj80l3f6T
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an advisory Thursday warning customers not to use counterfeit Ozempic shots found in the drug supply chain. #8NN https://t.co/d1y35r4VQq
Ozempic could be the miracle drug that solves obesity, alcoholism, gambling and spending addictions, addictions to other drugs, etc. It could greatly decrease crime. Or it could end up disastrous like Oxycontin. https://t.co/UeHG2hRxSu
2023 was the year Ozempic ate the news. What does the future of weight-loss drugs look like? https://t.co/9ZtPfo60pU via @opinion
🔴 US seizes thousands of units of counterfeit diabetes drug Ozempic used for weight loss https://t.co/2Ve2dXxGFw
Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs present holiday challenges. https://t.co/ToaFsNuyoU Click the image to read more:
FDA warns about Ozempic counterfeits, seizes thousands of fake drugs https://t.co/0BZRf8xq0r
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FDA says fake Ozempic shots are being sold through some legitimate sources. https://t.co/KYNo3lkhwd
Vibrating Pill May Give Dieters a Feeling of Fullness, Study Suggests https://t.co/a0zq3CVTaO
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it has seized “thousands of units” of counterfeit Ozempic, the diabetes drug widely used for weight loss, that had been distributed through legitimate drug supply sources. https://t.co/IkLGHKiYgN
FDA says fake Ozempic shots are being sold through some legitimate sources https://t.co/YyxpF1yqMr
New drugs could spell an end to the world’s obesity epidemic. The long-term effects must be carefully studied—but the excitement is justified https://t.co/3mldOkS4TI👇
Fake Ozempic shots are being sold through legitimate sources, FDA warns. https://t.co/u9PnFmVZzB Click the image to read more:
The US Food and Drug Administration warned Thursday that it's seized "thousands of units" of counterfeit versions of the type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic. https://t.co/tbjXRLj7Wq
The FDA said that it had seized thousands of units of counterfeit Ozempic, the diabetes drug also widely used for weight loss. Some fraudulent products may still be on the market, according to the agency. Here’s what to know. https://t.co/rn8NnXI8pB
As drugs used for weight loss continue to soar in popularity, the FDA has issued a warning about counterfeit Ozempic in the U.S. drug supply. According to the @US_FDA, there have so far been five "adverse events" from the affected products. https://t.co/gySDHmJLg3 https://t.co/sfIaCFjp8X
The FDA warns of fake Ozempic shots found in the drug supply chain https://t.co/ZAjp26n6HS https://t.co/evt4Nf1pCc
FDA warns consumers not to use counterfeit Ozempic (semaglutide) found in U.S. drug supply chain https://t.co/7MJOXVXMVL
Fake Ozempic? Here's how you can know you're getting an authentic shot. https://t.co/K3pdJCrBNm
Could THIS be the new Ozempic? Researchers unveil vibrating pill that spurs weight loss by shaking stomach into thinking it is full https://t.co/Z4IvildWQw https://t.co/RTcXQBIRQM
Vibrating pill may give dieters a feeling of fullness, study suggests https://t.co/nbuG6IFxTL
Engineers develop a vibrating, ingestible #capsule that might help treat #obesity @MIT @ScienceAdvances https://t.co/n52WiQGv4p https://t.co/4mYAUvMrjU
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