14/05/2026
⚠️ Patient Safety Message ⚠️
As an Advanced Aesthetic Practitioner working within medical aesthetics, and also as a clinician working in acute medical emergency care, I regularly see patients presenting with complications related to weight loss injections purchased through social media and unregulated providers.
These medications are prescription-only medicines and should only be prescribed following a full clinical assessment by a qualified healthcare professional.
Complications I have seen in emergency care include: • Severe dehydration
• Persistent vomiting and abdominal pain
• Pancreatitis
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Unsafe dosing and adverse reactions
• Delayed treatment of underlying medical conditions
Please prioritise your health and safety. Always ensure treatment is obtained through a regulated, qualified prescriber who can provide appropriate monitoring, support, and follow-up care.
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