As sought-after as skin lightening is, some of the chemicals used for it are highly toxic
Conversely, those who have recently gained weight due to life events like the pandemic, family matters, or lifestyle changes might benefit from temporary medication assistance to revert to healthier habits
Theyre meant to be taken long-term alongside lifestyle changes, and under a healthcare providers supervision
It means the clinical evidence is building and that patients pursuing this path need a clinician who can assess their individual response, not just apply a template
The reasons cited by the FDA included concerns about immunogenicity, peptide impurity characterization challenges, and the lack of adequate safety data from human clinical trials
They are not intended for human or veterinary use, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition