Recently, a Korean made "weight loss needle" has become popular online. The seller claims that an injection can reduce weight by 7 to 15 pounds, and claims that this "weight loss needle" does not harm the stomach or body, is safe and has no side effects.
Is the effect really so magical? The doctor introduced that this "weight loss needle" does have a weight loss effect, and its main component is called "liraglutide", which is a hypoglycemic drug. As an insulin stimulating hormone, it can promote the secretion of insulin and achieve the goal of lowering blood sugar. However, as a prescription drug, indiscriminate use without medical advice carries certain risks and can seriously lead to depression.
Recently, a Korean made "weight loss needle" has become popular online, also known as a "weight loss pen" because it looks like a ballpoint pen. It claims that there is no need to exercise or improve diet. It only requires a puncture in the stomach, arms, and thighs to achieve the goal of losing weight, where you want to lose weight.
Due to the popularity of this product and its increasing price, Korean made "weight loss needles" are sold for thousands of yuan domestically.
Is this "weight loss needle" truly as advertised as absolutely safe and effective? Regarding this, Lei Yanqing, the chief pharmacist of the Pharmacy Department of the Second People's Hospital of Hunan Province, reminds that this drug does have a weight loss effect, but as a prescription drug, it can be used without medical advice and carries certain risks and side effects.
Can a "weight loss needle" lose 7 to 15 pounds?
On an app platform, this Korean "weight loss needle" is known as a super useful weight loss tool, claiming to be "absolutely safe". Some bloggers have also shared the experience of using the "weight loss needle".
The blogger stated that a pill with a capacity of 18mg/3ml can be injected for 17 days. Everyone has different feelings after injection, and there will be an adaptation period. Adverse reactions may include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea, which will disappear in a few days. Generally, a pill can lose 4 to 8 kilograms.
However, in the message area, some netizens said that this "weight loss needle" is actually used to treat diabetes. It is suggested not to listen blindly, which may have an impact on both liver and kidney.
On January 9th, the reporter contacted a Korean purchasing agent who stated that this "weight loss needle" is very popular, and using one can reduce weight by 7 to 15 pounds. The "weight loss needle" is imported from South Korea with original packaging, and the price is 1200 yuan per piece
Once a day, one can be used for more than 20 days, "said the agent." The weight loss needle needs to be injected by oneself, and the injection method is very simple. Just inject it at the corresponding position. "One press will complete the injection, the needle is very short and thin, and there is no pain at all
As for the side effects of this "weight loss needle", the agent said that some people may experience mild nausea after trying it out, but generally this phenomenon will not occur again after one or two injections, and men basically have no side effects. The reporter asked if any constitution is suitable for this type of "weight loss needle" and what to pay attention to when injecting. The agent said that if you want to lose weight, you can use it. When using it, you should pay attention to drinking less alcohol, and there are no other taboos.
The main ingredient is prescription medicine, use with caution
What is the principle of this "weight loss needle", is it really effective and has no side effects as advertised?
On January 8th, Lei Yanqing, the chief pharmacist of the Pharmacy Department of Hunan Second People's Hospital, stated that the main component of this "weight loss needle" is called liraglutide, which can indeed have a certain weight loss effect.
Lei Yanqing introduced that liraglutide is a hypoglycemic drug that, as an insulin stimulating hormone, can promote insulin secretion, increase blood sugar metabolism, and achieve the goal of reducing blood sugar, thereby reducing the conversion of sugar into fat in the body and achieving weight loss.
She stated that using this principle to lose weight is incorrect, as it will interfere with normal blood sugar metabolism, disrupt endocrine circulation, and bring a series of adverse reactions.
"As a prescription drug, it is risky to use it without medical advice." Lei Yanqing said that she did not recommend this way of losing weight. Any kind of drug will have its side effects, not to mention its original purpose is not to lose weight, but to help diabetes patients with hypoglycemic drugs.
It is understood that animal experiments have proved that rilalutide may cause thyroid tumors in animals, so those with a family history or personal history of medullary thyroid cancer cannot be used; Patients with renal function impairment cannot use it; It is not recommended to use even in cases of gastrointestinal problems. Therefore, the use of liraglutide must comply with medical advice.
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Weight loss needles have significant side effects
Previously, there were media reports that a 20 year old female college student in Wuhan experienced severe dizziness and symptoms of dry mouth and tongue after using this "weight loss needle" online for three days to lose weight. At the local hospital, the doctor diagnosed it as related to the "weight loss needle".
What are the side effects of this "weight loss needle"? Lei Yanqing stated that firstly, users may feel very nauseous, prone to vomiting, and unable to eat, thereby achieving the goal of suppressing appetite. Long term use by healthy individuals can have unimaginable consequences. Secondly, due to the decrease in sugar content in the body and the impact on appetite, it is easy to cause depression and even suicidal tendencies. Therefore, special caution should be exercised when using it. Then, it can cause endocrine disorders and kidney damage, and the harm outweighs the benefit of using weight loss injections to lose weight.
Lei Yanqing stated that this Korean made "weight loss needle" has not been approved by the CFDA to enter China, and is legally considered a counterfeit drug. Its quality is difficult to guarantee, and if it causes harm, it will also bring difficulties to consumer rights protection.
The best way to lose weight is through a reasonable diet and exercise, "Lei Yanqing reminded. If medication is necessary, it should be used under the guidance of a doctor.
