Eli Lilly and WHO Warn Against Counterfeit Weight Loss Drugs, Plan Legal Action

The World Health Organization and Eli Lilly are warning about fake versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs, including Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro. Reports of counterfeit semaglutide and tirzepatide have surfaced globally. Eli Lilly is suing entities selling fake tirzepatide products and emphasizes that it is the only lawful supplier. Patients are advised to use prescriptions from licensed physicians and avoid unfamiliar sources. Demand for these drugs is high, with some expected to be in limited supply through the second quarter.