SINGAPORE: The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has issued a warning against adulterated health product labelled "JianBu HuQian Wan".
The product was tested to contain two undeclared potent western medicinal ingredients, dexamethasone and chlorpheniramine controlled under the Poisons Act.
JianBu HuQian Wan is an illegal product which has not been approved by HSA.
The product was brought from overseas and is indicated to treat joint pain, muscle aches and weak limbs.
It's presented in a yellow and green outer box, which contained a white bottle with red-and-white capsules.
The product's label carries an invalid Malaysian Product Registration Number.
The label also contains inaccurate information regarding its manufacturer and distributor.
The product was reported to HSA by a member of the public who became suspicious when her mother experienced rapid relief from body aches soon after consuming the product over a short period of time.
The patient was also reported to have developed varicose vein with blood clots, rapid weight gain and increased appetite after starting the product.
HSA strongly advises consumers who have purchased this product not to consume it.
