NYC Weight Loss Doctor Warns About the Risks of Fake Semaglutide & Ozempic | Dr. Decotiis

Описание: Dr. Sue Decotiis, MD, a board-certified weight loss physician in NYC, discusses the dangers of counterfeit weight loss drugs, including fake versions of Ozempic and semaglutide. In this informative video, she highlights the importance of medical supervision, hydration, and proper sourcing for weight loss medications. Dr. Decotiis also shares insights into the benefits of new FDA-approved medications like Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) and the promising "Red Tide" drug on the horizon.

Full Transcript:
A stark warning from the medical field to treat weight loss seriously. We are talking about Ozempic. It's a diabetic medicine that, when used off-label, can also cause rapid weight loss. But the high demand and cost have deterred many from accessing this medication, with others searching for cheaper alternatives. And that is the problem. Those alternatives could kill you. The FDA is now investigating reports of two deaths and dozens of injuries after people allegedly took fake medications, which claimed to be the real deal. The FDA says there have been 28 reports of adverse effects from counterfeit semaglutide in the US, and it's an even bigger issue in the UK. Officials there have seized over 300 of these fake injectables, and that's only what has been caught.

So joining us now is medical weight loss physician who is board certified, Dr. Sue Decotiis.

Dr. Decotiis, thank you so much for your time. First of all, what is your reaction to knowing now that the FDA is investigating this?
I'm not surprised at all. I practice in Midtown Manhattan, and I have patients from all over the country and even international patients that have told me that they couldn't get the medication through the regular physician. They went to one of these online platforms, and they bought medication either from an online platform or directly from one of these bogus pharmacies. They either didn't get results at all, or they got sick, or they felt they got ripped off, or they couldn't get the medication after a week or so. So it was a very strange situation.

State and federal law does not allow legal pharmacies to sell medications directly to patients under any circumstances. So that's number one. Don't buy directly from any pharmacy. Online platforms are dangerous anyway because, even if you're getting the right medication, you're not being monitored. No one is following your weight as far as your body composition. Like how much fat are you losing? Are you losing muscle? Are you hydrating? It's really important for patients to get proper medical care for the medications to work. In my practice, my patients have done better than a lot of the patients in the studies because they were followed so carefully. When they got to their ideal weight, we tapered them very slowly and followed them with body composition skills for quite a while. It made such a difference in their long-term success and health.

Absolutely. That supervision, that monitoring is so important.

Dr., there are reports that bogus versions of the drug have also made their way onto actual pharmacy store shelves. How could that happen if it's true? How can people protect themselves if they think they're actually getting the real thing?
They should let their physician know, and their physician can get the medication tested. Go to a reputable pharmacy. A reputable pharmacy will ensure they're sourcing the medication correctly. That pharmacy could be shut down without proper protocols in place.

There are obvious risks when taking fake versions of any drug. What about the risks even with the real thing?
With the real drug, you can get GI side effects, especially in the beginning, such as nausea, vomiting, reflux, constipation, or abdominal pain. We slowly bring people up in dosage to tolerate the drug better. Hydration is critical. I tell my patients to drink about a gallon of water a day to burn fat effectively. Dehydration can exacerbate side effects, especially in the first month or two.

Lastly, for people wanting this drug for weight loss, what is your advice?
Realize that there are good compounding pharmacies with alternatives to Big Pharma drugs. If you're overweight and can't lose weight on your own, consider these drugs with proper medical supervision. Weight loss drugs can help reduce risks of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, and more. Many of my patients feel better, have more energy, and even reduce medications like Adderall and Xanax.

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) is now FDA-approved for weight loss, and the "Red Tide" drug is showing promise. It works on three receptor sites, offering faster weight loss with fewer side effects.

Contact Information:
Sue Decotiis, MD
20 E 46th St., #1201
NYC, NY 10017
(917) 261-3177
www.drdecotiis.com

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