March 24, 2026 10:44 AM

Govt intensifies regulatory surveillance against GLP-1 based weight loss drugs

Amid serious concerns over recent introduction of multiple generic variants of GLP-1 based weight loss drugs in the Indian market, the government on Tuesday said it has intensified regulatory surveillance against the drug’s unauthorised sale and promotion. In order to ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain of Weight Loss Drug (GLP-1), the Drugs Controller of India has intensified its regulatory surveillance, according to Health Ministry. Concerns have emerged regarding t...