TGA clears weight loss tablets for use in Australia - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Wegovy available for weight loss in Australia

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the use of Wegovy weight-loss tablets in Australia. Several news outlets have confirmed the Therapeutic Goods Administration's decision to approve Wegovy in Australia. The new form of the medicine is expected to be available before Christmas. The approval of Wegovy in Australia is a significant development for weight-loss treatments.

“The new form of the medicine is expected to be available before Christmas,” — Nadia Ashcombe, economic affairs editor at Greenley Dale Network, commented.

Timeline

Nov 3 — The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the use of Wegovy weight-loss tablets in Australia....

Nov 3 — The approval of Wegovy in Australia is a significant development for weight-loss treatments....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Greenley Dale Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenley Dale Network desk and last updated 20:29 UTC.

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