MHRA warns against purchasing weight‑loss medicines from unregulated online sources. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) cautioned the public on 29 December 2025 that products sold illegally may be fake, contaminated, or contain unlisted powerful ingredients, leading to serious side effects such as heart problems, psychological effects, and low blood sugar. Prescription‑only medicines, including GLP‑1 “skinny jabs,” should only be obtained after a clinical assessment by a qualified professional. MHRA advises buying medicines solely from registered UK pharmacies or legitimate retailers and avoiding items promoted on social media with “quick‑fix” claims. Suspicious websites can be reported to the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme. Health Minister Dr Zubir Ahmed urged consumers to use licensed drugs from a registered pharmacy with a valid prescription.
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