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Social Media Ads Push Unapproved Weight-Loss Drugs
16 Sep
Summary
- Unapproved weight-loss drugs are advertised on social media platforms.
- Companies selling unapproved drugs are certified by LegitScript.
- LegitScript certification allows advertising on major social media sites.
Advertisements for unapproved weight-loss drugs are proliferating across social media platforms. These ads promote experimental medications like retatrutide, which is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration, making its commercial sale illegal.
Many companies are circumventing regulatory safeguards to offer these unapproved drugs online. A key facilitator in this trend is LegitScript, a private company that certifies online health service providers. Its hexagonal shield with a green checkmark serves as a credential that clears the way for companies to advertise on widely used social media sites.
LegitScript's approval is a critical gateway for companies to reach consumers on platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Google, YouTube, and LinkedIn. The company employs a combination of artificial intelligence and human analysts to ensure compliance with its standards.
