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Publications: Katie Kortbein

July 22, 2026

The FDA Should Not Allow Untested Peptides to Be Added Into Patients’ Medications

The FDA is considering allowing seven unapproved peptides—largely sourced through a Chinese gray market—to be used by U.S. compounding pharmacies, despite its own scientists warning against it. Approving them would legitimize unvetted foreign suppliers and undermine evidence-based drug regulation.

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