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Kennedy Opens Access to Six Unapproved Peptides Despite FDA Opposition

A temporary federal policy lets compounding pharmacies make six unapproved peptides, widening access to wellness injections without establishing their safety or effectiveness.

Read the full story → · Latest coverage 29 Oct 2026, 7:17 pm UTC

Key moments · 5

FDA scientific staff opposition to access plan emerges

Fast Company ↗

HHS temporarily permits compounding of six unapproved peptides

NBC News ↗

Policy also permits compounded combinations at certain pharmacies

Scientific American Content: Global Science ↗

HHS says policy does not establish safety or effectiveness

ABCNews.com ↗

HHS clears compounding of six unapproved wellness peptides

FiercePharma ↗

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  1. Dr. Jon LaPook explains why peptide sales are controversial
    CBS Top Stories
  2. Trump administration will allow pharmacies to make popular peptides
    NPR News
  3. Peptide peddlers cheer as RFK Jr. unilaterally grants access, overruling FDA
    Ars Technica Tech
  4. Some wellness peptides will become widely available, HHS says
    ABCNews.com
  5. It Just Got Easier to Get Peptides in the US. Here's What Could Come Next.
    Men's Health