Products found to contain undeclared medicines
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| The United States: Vail-Bon Jie Yang Wan (偉安解癢丸) contains hidden drug ingredients |
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The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Vail-Bon Jie Yang Wan, a product promoted and sold for several skin conditions on various websites, including www.everymarket.com and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Vail-Bon Jie Yang Wan contains dexamethasone and chlorpheniramine, which are 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. In addition, the undeclared dexamethasone in Vail-Bon Jie Yang Wan may cause serious side effects when combined with other medications.
Consumers taking Vail-Bon Jie Yang Wan 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.
Chlorpheniramine is an over-the-counter antihistamine used for allergies. Antihistamines may cause drowsiness and affect mental alertness.
Please refer to the following website in FDA for details:
http://www.fda.gov/drugs/medication-health-fraud/vail-bon-jie-yang-wan-weianjieyangwan-contains-hidden-drug-ingredients
In Hong Kong, the above product is not a registered pharmaceutical product.
Ends/Thursday, Jul 11, 2024
Issued at HKT 18:00
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