Products found to contain undeclared medicines
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| The United States: Artri Ajo Rey and Artri Ajo King may be harmful due to hidden drug ingredients |
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The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA is advising consumers not to purchase or use Artri Ajo Rey, a product promoted and sold for joint pain on various websites, https://naturistarex.com, and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Artri Ajo Rey contains dexamethasone, diclofenac 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 in Artri Ajo Rey may cause serious side effects when combined with other medications.
Consumers taking Artri Ajo Rey should immediately consult with their health care professional to safely discontinue use of this product. The risks of withdrawal from corticosteroids should be assessed by a health care professional. Only licensed health care professionals can evaluate patients for the risk or existence of adrenal suppression.
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs may cause increased risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, as well as serious gastrointestinal damage, including bleeding, ulceration and fatal perforation of the stomach and intestines. This hidden drug ingredient also may interact with other medications and significantly increase the risk of adverse events, particularly when consumers use multiple NSAID-containing products.
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant that can cause sedation, dizziness and low blood pressure. Methocarbamol can also 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/artri-ajo-rey-and-artri-ajo-king-may-be-harmful-due-hidden-drug-ingredients
In Hong Kong, the above products are not registered pharmaceutical products. Related news was previously issued by FDA and was posted on the Drug Office website on 6 Jan 2022 and 2 Jun 2022.
Ends/Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026
Issued at HKT 13:00
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