Public urged not to buy or consume product with undeclared and controlled ingredient (with photos)
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Acting on intelligence, DH purchased the above product for analysis. The test results of the Government Laboratory today confirmed that the sample contains aminotadalafil, an analogue of a virility drug ingredient tadalafil.
DH investigation is continuing.
Tadalafil is a Part 1 poison under the Pharmacy and Poisons Ordinance (Cap. 138) (the Ordinance). It is a virility drug which should only be used under the advice of a doctor. Side effects of tadalafil include low blood pressure, headache, vomiting, dizziness and transient vision disturbances. It may interact with some drugs (such as nitroglycerin for treatment of angina) and cause decrease in blood pressure to dangerous levels. Improper use of tadalail may pose serious health risks, especially for patients with heart problems. Aminotadalafil, being chemically similar to tadalafil, is expected to pose similar health risks. Aminotadalafil is also a Part 1 poison.
According to the Ordinance, illegal sale or possession of Part 1 poisons is a criminal offence. The maximum penalty for each offence is a fine of $100,000 and two years' imprisonment.
A DH spokesperson strongly urged members of the public not to buy or consume products of doubtful composition. People who have purchased the above product should stop taking it immediately and consult healthcare professionals for advice if in doubt or feeling unwell after consumption. They may submit the product to the DH's Drug Office at Room 1856, Wu Chung House, 213 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai, during office hours for disposal.
Ends/Thursday, August 11, 2016
Issued at HKT 19:34
Issued at HKT 19:34
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