Diabetes & Weight Loss Drug Prescriptions Increase Over 2,000% Since 2019

By Tabby Khan, MD, MPH, Medical Director; and Christine Kim, Healthcare Data Analyst

The growing popularity of diabetes medications on social media platforms has attracted global attention. As of February 17, the hashtag #Ozempic had over 546 million views on TikTok. Some of the more popular medications, Ozempic® and Mounjaro®, are reportedly now in limited supply due to their increasing off-label use as weight-loss aids among the general public.

In a recent analysis, authors examined the increasing demand for trendy diabetes and weight loss drugs in the United States, revealing a 2,000% surge in prescription rates since 2019. Access the study to gain insights into the implications of these trends for patients and healthcare providers seeking the latest obesity and diabetes management treatments.