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    Social Media Giveaways Promote Unlicensed Weight-Loss Drugs

    Andrew RogersBy Andrew RogersFebruary 5, 2026No Comments1 Min Read
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    Hidden sellers promote unlicensed weight-loss drugs through WhatsApp and Telegram giveaways.
    They offer injectable medicines as prizes to attract users quickly.

    The Guardian found groups advertising retatrutide, an unapproved experimental drug.
    Posts pressure users with 24-hour entry deadlines.

    Experts warn these promotions pose serious health risks.
    They say marketers misuse aggressive tactics for unlicensed medicines.

    One group offered retatrutide, Glow pens, and melanotan II as prizes.
    None of these injectable products hold UK approval.

    UK law allows weight-loss injections only with prescriptions.
    Unapproved drugs cannot be legally sold or advertised.

    Another seller disguises drug sales as fitness coaching.
    Platform owners say they ban illegal drug sales.

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    Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Known for his clear reporting and in-depth analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and international developments.

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