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Singapore health regulator flags banned substance in weight-loss product
The Health Sciences Authority has identified a prohibited ingredient and potent medicinal compounds in a weight-loss pill being sold online. The HSA has coordinated with e-commerce platforms to remove the product listings.
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Singapore's Health Sciences Authority has issued a public health alert over a weight-loss product containing a banned substance and undeclared potent medicinal ingredients, raising concerns about consumer safety.
The regulatory body did not disclose the specific product name or manufacturer in its alert but confirmed it has worked with major online shopping platforms Shopee and Lazada to remove all associated listings from their marketplaces.
Products marketed as dietary supplements or weight-loss aids that contain prohibited substances or unlisted pharmaceutical ingredients pose significant health risks to consumers. Such items may cause adverse effects or dangerous interactions with other medications, particularly when potent medicinal compounds are not properly disclosed on packaging.
The HSA reminded consumers to exercise caution when purchasing health products online and to verify that items are registered or listed with the authority before purchase. Members of the public who have purchased the product have been advised to stop consumption immediately and consult a healthcare professional if they experience any adverse reactions.
The alert underscores ongoing efforts by Singapore's health regulator to monitor online marketplaces for non-compliant products and protect consumers from potentially harmful goods being distributed through digital retail channels.