TGA clears weight loss tablets for use in Australia

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Cox, A. (2026, November 3). TGA clears weight loss tablets for use in Australia. ABC News (AU). https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-11-03/weight-loss-tablet-cleared-for-use-in-australia/107343340

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ABC News (AU) · collected 2026-11-03 · by Anna Cox

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The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved Wegovy, a daily weight loss tablet, for use in Australia. This approval marks the first time an oral GLP-1 receptor agonist has been cleared by the TGA. However, the product will not be available until the TGA reviews and confirms that its packaging and production processes meet regulatory standards.

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On November 3, 2026, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia cleared Wegovy, a daily weight loss tablet, for use in the country. This makes it the first GLP-1 drug approved by the TGA in oral form. However, before the product can be released to the market, the TGA still needs to review and approve the packaging and production processes to ensure they meet safety standards.

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Daily weight loss tablet Wegovy cleared by TGA for use in Australia In short: A daily Wegovy tablet has been cleared for use in Australia. It is the first GLP-1 approved by the TGA in oral form.

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Daily weight loss tablet Wegovy cleared by TGA for use in Australia In short: A daily Wegovy tablet has been cleared for use in Australia. It is the first GLP-1 approved by the TGA in oral form. asserted

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The TGA is yet to review the packaging and production processes to confirm they meet standards before the product is released. asserted

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