However, some people develop mild redness, itching, or a small bump at the injection site
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Compounded medications are not reviewed as finished drug products and have not undergone the same review process as approved drugs
While more people are using peptide injections and supplements to improve their lives, the Harvard Health Publishing article said many products have unproven health claims. David Sabatino, a professor with expertise in peptide chemical biology at Carleton University in Ottawa, said hes concerned about the rise in peptide usage in general, including among individuals who get prescriptions for Ozempic and other approved peptide-based drugs, but use them for cosmetic purposes, rather than the intended purpose for treating a health disorder
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