The TGA has published a 'reminder about weight loss products' and new guidance aimed at consumers relating weight loss products. 

The focus of the guidance is to heighten consumer awareness around the regulation of therapeutic goods approved for supply in australia and especially, to deter the use of unapproved (illegal) goods not on the ARTG, but which are  available to Australian consumers via e-commerce platforms. The guidance also draws consumer attention to how to recognise AUST L and AUST R products, and advertising rules for weight loss products. 

Please read today's technical alert for more information and details including CMA's feedback on the development of the guidelines.