Israel's Health Ministry Warns of Dangers of Illegal Weight Loss and Bodybuilding Drugs
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Israel's Ministry of Health is warning the public about the dangers of illegal peptide drugs sold for weight loss and bodybuilding. These unregulated substances, including BPC-157 and Retatrutide, can cause serious health problems like organ damage and hormonal issues. The ministry urges consumers to buy medication only through official channels and report illegal sales.
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- Israel's Ministry of Health warns of dangers from illegal weight loss and bodybuilding drugs.
- Peptide drugs like BPC-157 and Retatrutide are sold without approval for various enhancements.
- Unregulated substances can cause liver/kidney damage, hormonal issues, and infections.
- Experimental obesity drug Retatrutide is illegally distributed despite ongoing trials.
- Health authorities in Canada and Australia have issued similar warnings.
- Consumers are urged to buy only from official sources and report illegal sales.
The Israeli Ministry of Health has issued a warning regarding the significant dangers associated with the illegal sale and use of peptide-based drugs marketed for weight loss, muscle gain, skin rejuvenation, and enhanced athletic performance. These substances, offered in injectable and oral forms, are being sold without the necessary regulatory approvals or oversight.
Among the specific substances highlighted by the ministry are BPC-157, GHK-Cu, CJC-1295, and TB-500. Additionally, Retatrutide, an experimental obesity treatment currently undergoing clinical trials, is also being illegally distributed despite not being approved for sale in Israel. The ministry cautions that using such unregulated products can lead to severe health issues, including liver and kidney damage, hormonal imbalances, fluctuations in blood sugar levels, allergic reactions, and infections.
Furthermore, drugs manufactured or packaged without proper quality control may contain hazardous impurities or undisclosed substances. Similar warnings have previously been issued by health authorities in Canada and Australia. The Ministry of Health strongly advises consumers to purchase medications exclusively through authorized sales channels and to avoid buying products from social media or unknown websites. Individuals experiencing adverse symptoms after using these substances are urged to seek immediate medical attention and inform their doctors about the drug used. Reports of illegal sales can be made by calling *5400.
