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| The United States: PAIN FLEX may be harmful due to hidden drug ingredients (English only) |
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The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use PAIN FLEX, a product promoted and sold for joint pain on various websites, including Amazon.com and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that PAIN FLEX contains dexamethasone and methocarbamol not listed on the product label.
Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid commonly used to treat inflammatory conditions. Corticosteroid use can impair a person’s ability to fight infections and can cause high blood sugar levels, muscle injuries and psychiatric problems. When corticosteroids are taken for a prolonged period or at high doses, they can suppress the adrenal gland. Abrupt discontinuation can cause withdrawal symptoms. Additionally, the undeclared dexamethasone may cause serious side effects when combined with other medications.
Consumers taking PAIN FLEX should immediately consult with their healthcare professional to safely discontinue use of this product. The risks of withdrawal from corticosteroids should be assessed by a health care professional. Only licensed healthcare professionals can evaluate patients for the risk or existence of adrenal suppression.
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant that can cause sedation, dizziness and low blood pressure. Methocarbamol also can impair mental and physical abilities to perform certain tasks, such as driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
Please refer to the following website in FDA for details:
http://www.fda.gov/drugs/medication-health-fraud/pain-flex-may-be-harmful-due-hidden-drug-ingredients
In Hong Kong, the above product is not a registered pharmaceutical product.
Ends/Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025
Issued at HKT 16:15
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