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Is Ozempic a controlled substance?

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Ozempic (semaglutide) has made its way into headlines and water-cooler conversations largely due to its off-label use for weight loss more than its approved use for Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The high demand status and off-label use may lead to questioning of whether Ozempic is a controlled substance or drug that can be abused.

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Gabapentin side effects in men

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In fact, its kind of a jack-of-all-trades drug, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat epilepsy, postherpetic neuralgia, and restless leg syndrome. Its also prescribed off-label for other types of nerve pain, diabetic neuropathy, mood disorders, and alcohol use disorder.

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Qsymia vs. phentermine: Differences, similarities & side effects

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Adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older Adults 17 years and older Qsymia vs. phentermine: Conditions treated Qsymia is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for weight loss and long-term weight management in adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older with obesity.

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Contrave alternatives: What can I take instead?

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for weight management in adults who are overweight or obese. Contrave has an FDA-mandated black box warning due to the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors associated with bupropion, the antidepressant ingredient. Tenuate is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance.

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3 foods to avoid while taking Strattera

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Its also prescribed off-label for other medical conditions, such as treating a specific type of low blood pressure called neurogenic orthostatic hypotension and reducing symptoms of major depressive disorder in people who also have ADHD.

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Tizanidine alternatives: What can I take instead of tizanidine?

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Tizanidine is a generic prescription muscle relaxant available as brand-name Zanaflex, which is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating spasticity , a condition in which muscles stiffen or tighten, preventing normal fluid movement. Tizanidine is also used off-label (for a non-FDA-approved use) for musculoskeletal pain.

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Vyvanse vs. Adderall dosage, equivalency, and guidelines

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While both Vyvanse and Adderall are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat ADHD, Vyvanse is also approved for treating binge eating disorder in adults. Substance abuse risks Vyvanse and Adderall are Schedule II controlled substances that have a high potential for misuse or addiction.