September 4, 2026

GLP-1 Drug Use Among U.S. Children Under 12 Surges

Over 20,000 children aged 8-11 have been prescribed GLP-1 drugs since 2019, a 9% rise.
The rate of GLP-1 prescriptions for this age group has increased 300 times in seven years.
Current FDA guidelines do not approve GLP-1s for children under 12, yet doctors are prescribing them based on clinical discretion.
Experts emphasize the need for careful consideration and ongoing research into the long-term effects of these medications.

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