in December 2024 the FDA's Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee voted against adding it to the final 503A bulks list, citing nonclinical toxicity, an unresolved cardiac signal, and immunogenicity risk
We do see regularly see complications from cheek fillers done by untrained providers, mostly non physicians (nurses, physician assistants and dentists) who have a paucity of knowledge, training and experience
Drinking plenty of water can help these laxatives work better and prevent dehydration
These drugs offer substantial potential health benefits, but the combination of intense demand, new uses, and high prices for these treatments is likely to place tremendous pressure on Medicare spending, Part D plan costs, and premiums for Part D coverage.