Australian Health Authorities Warn of Liver Toxicity from Unapproved Peptide Products

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Published: 2026-06-19
Category: health
Source: health.vic.gov.au
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The Victorian Department of Health has issued an alert regarding six cases of acute liver toxicity linked to unapproved 'Retatrutide' peptide products. Contaminants in these products are suspected to be the cause of the adverse effects. The public is strongly advised against using unapproved injected peptide products due to significant safety risks.

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