In recent years, weight loss drugs have become extremely popular, especially medications known as GLP-1 drugs. These medicines were first created to help people with diabetes, but they were later found to help with weight loss as well. Dr. Bessesen became alarmed when he discovered how easy it was to buy weight loss drugs online from compounding pharmacies without ever speaking to a doctor. One of the biggest dangers of compounded weight loss drugs is incorrect dosing. Just like high blood pressure or high blood sugar, it deserves proper medical care and support.