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Who regulates new medicines?
In the UK, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) approves drugs like Zepbound after rigorous testing for safety and effectiveness. They monitor side effects once drugs are on the market, collecting reports from patients and doctors. This ongoing surveillance helps identify rare but serious risks, like the fatal heart issue Josephine experienced.
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