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Report misuse of weight-loss drugs: MHRA urges healthcare professionals

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro may sometimes lead to serious complications, resulting in hospitalisation  “Weight-loss drugs are not a quick fix for losing a...

MHRA uses fast-track process to approve first medicine for rare immune disease APDS

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has on Friday approved leniolisib phosphate (Joenja) to treat a rare immune disease known as activated...

MHRA review finds no evidence linking GLP-1 receptor agonists to suicidal thoughts

GLP-1 receptor agonists are used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity Following a comprehensive review, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has...

New cancer treatment approved by MHRA for stomach and gastro-oesophageal junction cancer

The most common serious side effects of the newly approved zolbetuximab by MHRA include nausea, vomiting, and hypersensitivity reactions A new cancer treatment for adults...

5 summer tips from MHRA for managing medications and devices

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has shared some important summer tips for people taking medicines or using medical devices People are advised...

MHRA approves Comirnaty JN.1 COVID-19 vaccine for all ages

Administration of the MHRA approved vaccine differs between adults and children depending on their age at the time of vaccination The Medicines and Healthcare products...