Federal regulators are considering allowing compounding pharmacies to manufacture several peptides that are currently popular among consumers.
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Marketed for longevity and wellness benefits, the unproven therapies are sold through a grey market online. Compounding pharmacies say they should be able to make them legally to meet demand.
Federal regulators are considering allowing compounding pharmacies to manufacture several peptides that are currently popular among consumers.
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