Our 2023 Consumer Survey demonstrated the scale to which the US public underestimates the dangers of buying medication online. Read more via World Trademark Review bit.ly/3S1qfHx

With the rising popularity of Ozempic and Wegovy, concerns about fake versions are on the rise. Health officials urge caution – stick to reputable pharmacies, avoid online purchases, and watch for red flags. Read more Chris Conte Scripps News bit.ly/47DB6fG

Our 2023 Consumer Survey found that nearly half of Americans would be open to buying prescription drugs from a non-FDA-approved source online if they couldn’t otherwise obtain it. Read more via POLITICO bit.ly/47lawHE

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Drug shortages in early 2023 hit a 10-year high, with 25% lasting over 5 years. A report by IQVIA reveals patterns: resolved shortages fluctuate, impacting cheaper drugs the most, & cancer drug shortages persist. Paige Twenter Becker's Hospital Review bit.ly/40QJOFx

Apart from supply chain fragility, demand is a culprit of drug shortages too. Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS warns of the complexities, citing ADHD meds, amoxicillin, & Ozempic. Social media's impact & the need for buffer stock add twists to this issue Tina Reed Axios bit.ly/46q6M7l

Shortage of generic Vyanse linked to federal production limits impacting ADHD care & increasing costs. AAM highlights challenges in securing raw materials & calls for DEA review. Patients & insurers bear the brunt, writes Ike Swetlitz Bloomberg bit.ly/46q5h9d

Drug manufacturers are stepping up Adderall production as the DEA revamps its quota process. This move aims to ensure regular access to essential medications for conditions like ADHD. Read more in this article by Joseph Choi 최명훈 for The Hill bit.ly/49lIGxp

Generic drugs, constituting over 90% of US prescriptions, have been a boon for affordabilty. However, a downside emerges as prices drop too low, leading to bankruptcies & shortages of critical medicines. Read more at Bloomberg bit.ly/3Rawo3V

Belgium temporarily halts the use of Ozempic for weight loss due to shortages. The drug, often used off-label for weight loss, faces restricted prescriptions to diabetic patients only. Supply challenges persist until June 2024 Marine Strauss Reuters bit.ly/47DBcE4

Doctors are being inundated with patients' requests for wildly popular new anti-obesity drugs, including Wegovy and Zepbound. With a potentially huge market for these drugs, there are many risks consumers should be aware of. Read more via Axios bit.ly/3N3jWAp

As the popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy continues to surge, there are new concerns about counterfeit versions of the drugs hitting the market. Learn more about how to stay safe and the risks associated with buying online via @ksby bit.ly/47NAILL

A BBC News (UK) investigation found unregulated sellers offering semaglutide as a medicine, without prescription, online. And, patients who have purchased it online have experienced adverse side effects. Learn more about this growing online black market at bbc.in/46qjnHD

The FDA has approved tirzepatide, a powerful addition to the obesity drug arsenal, now branded as Zepbound. Similar to Mounjaro, this drug is set to combat obesity effectively. Stay safe while buying it online and read more about its side effects The New York Times nytimes.com/2023/11/08/wel…

66% of Americans, including 49% of those without prior experiencing purchasing online, say they would be likely to purchase a medication online if it is in shortage at their local pharmacy. Explore more key findings in our 2023 Consumer Survey at bit.ly/2023ASOPConsum…

47% of Americans falsely believe that only safe, verified websites selling prescription medications appear in the first page of search engine results. Such misconceptions endanger consumers. Learn more by reading our 2023 Consumer Survey at bit.ly/2023ASOPConsum…

Convenience and cost-savings are the most frequently cited reasons Americans have or would use online pharmacies. Learn more about consumers' motivations for purchasing prescription medication online in our 2023 Consumer Survey at bit.ly/2023ASOPConsum…

61% of Americans with online pharmacy experience report using them to purchase most or all their medications. However, 40% of Americans know someone who has been harmed purchasing medication online. Explore more key findings in our 2023 Consumer Survey at bit.ly/2023ASOPConsum…

24% of Americans with prior experience using online pharmacies report having been exposed to harmful, counterfeit, or substandard medication online, a 7% increase from 2021. Explore more key findings in our 2023 Consumer Survey at bit.ly/2023ASOPConsum…

With the rising popularity of Ozempic and Wegovy, concerns about fake versions are on the rise. Health officials urge caution – stick to reputable pharmacies, avoid online purchases, and watch for red flags. Read more Chris Conte Scripps News bit.ly/47DB6fG