Overview

• The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) cautions against buying unlicensed weight-loss injections online.
• High demand and off-label prescribing contribute to the Ozempic shortage, impacting diabetic patients.
• There is an increased risk of counterfeit Ozempic and Wegovy being sold online.
• The NPA urges patients to consult their pharmacist or GP instead of purchasing medicines from unregulated sources.
• Authorities are working to identify and prosecute those unlawfully trading in counterfeit medications.