7th November, 2026 | News

Unlicensed Weight-Loss Drug Still Under US Clinical Trials Being Sold Illegally Online in UK

An experimental weight-loss drug that is still undergoing clinical trials in the United States is reportedly being sold illegally through online platforms in the United Kingdom.

An investigation by Sky News correspondent Barnaby Papadopulos has uncovered concerns that the unlicensed drug is entering the UK market, with underground laboratories suspected of manufacturing and distributing their own versions.

The development has raised concerns about public safety, the risks associated with unregulated medicines and the growing online market for experimental weight-loss treatments.

Health authorities face increasing challenges in tackling the illegal sale of unapproved drugs, particularly products whose safety and effectiveness have not yet been fully established through clinical trials.

The investigation highlights the potential dangers of purchasing weight-loss medications from unauthorised online sellers.

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