Products found to contain undeclared medicines
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| Canada: Foreign Product Alerts: Jinmaoshiwang tablets, Naturally Kouxan Best Slim capsules, and Majestic Slimming capsules were found to contain undeclared drugs sildenafil, sibutramine and sibutramine/phenolphthalein respectively |
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Health Canada advised consumers not use Jinmaoshiwang tablets, Naturally Kouxan Best Slim capsules and Majestic Slimming capsules as they were found to contain undeclared drugs. Jinmaoshiwang tablet is promoted for sexual enhancement, and was found to contain the undeclared prescription drug sildenafil. Naturally Kouxan Best Slim capsule is promoted as a weight loss aid, and was found to contain the drug ingredient sibutramine. Majestic Slimming capsule is promoted as a weight loss aid, and was found to contain the drug ingredients sibutramine and phenolphthalein. Canadians who possess any of these products are advised not to use them, and should consult with a healthcare professional if they have concerns about their health related to the use of these products.
Please refer to the following website in Health Canada for details:
http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/../33863a-eng.php
In Hong Kong, the above products are not registered pharmaceutical products. Related news has been released by TGA and was posted on the Drug Office website on 8 October, 11 October and 10 November 2012.
Ends/ Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Issued at HKT 12:00
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