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Boots Ireland's Misleading 70% Off GLP-1 Ad Sparks Concern

9/29/2025

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Boots Ireland advertises "70% OFF ONLY TODAY" for a product labeled as an ad.
The product cites GLP-1 agonists for blood sugar and weight loss; Mounjaro and Wegovy require prescription.
The advert lists unapproved ingredients like apple cider vinegar and turmeric.
Dr. Sindy Newman says only Rybelsus is authorized EU oral GLP-1 for diabetes and weight loss.

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Boots Ireland advertises "70% OFF ONLY TODAY" for a product labeled as an ad.
The product cites GLP-1 agonists for blood sugar and weight loss; Mounjaro and Wegovy require prescription.
The advert lists unapproved ingredients like apple cider vinegar and turmeric.
Dr. Sindy Newman says only Rybelsus is authorized EU oral GLP-1 for diabetes and weight loss.