Black market prices for Ozempic surge in China.

The Ozempic drug, used for diabetes treatment, is being bought up by people in China for weight loss, causing shortages and price hikes. Fake prescriptions are being used to purchase the drug, with online prices reaching up to $100 per dose. The craze has been fueled by social media, leading to a thriving black market. The drug is scarce for patients with Type 2 diabetes who need it to control their blood sugar. China's medical industry is now rushing to catch up, with one company challenging the drug's manufacturer for its patent.