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Rats were placed in transparent acrylic chambers for acclimation, and an automated IR device applied the stimulus
The MHRA has approved Ozempic specifically for diabetes management, not for weight loss (which would be an off-label use), though its sister product Wegovy (also semaglutide) is licensed for weight management
While its not yet approved in the UK or Ireland, Retatrutide is currently in late-stage clinical trials, with availability expected from 2026 onwards
Aside from a few exceptions, most effective appetite suppressants are either potent psychoactive stimulants, or are pharmaceutical diabetes management drugs
"Our team is continuously monitoring the safety profile of our products and collaborating closely with health authorities to ensure patient safety information, including adequate information on side-effects, are included in the product monograph." The company said that current safety data hasn't shown that GLP-1 receptor agonists semaglutide or liraglutide directly cause suicidal or self-harming thoughts