Banned substance found in 4 weight loss products; 1 consumer had serious adverse effects: HSA
Four products marketed online as เล่นสล็อตเเจ็คพ็อตเเตกง่าย weight loss merchandise have been
found to contain sibutramine, a banned substance that can increase the risk of heart attack and
stroke, said the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on Thursday (Mar 25).
They are: Flash Slim; Leedee Botanical Beverage Mix Pineapple Juice Powder with African Mango;
Quinn S Amyera; and Schocolite Double Chocolate Cookies Drink with Hoodia Gordinii Extract
and L-Carnitine.
One consumer who took Flash Slim experienced serious adverse effects such as palpitations,
nausea, insomnia and excessive sweating, said HSA.
All sellers and suppliers must stop selling these products immediately, said HSA in a press
release.
Consumers should stop taking the products immediately as well, and consult a doctor if they
feel unwell, the release said.
The products were sold on local e-commerce and social media platforms. HSA said it has worked
with the platform administrators to remove the listings, and has issued warnings to the sellers.
Those who sell or supply products adulterated with banned substances or potent medicinal
ingredients are liable to prosecution, and can be jailed for up to two years, fined up to
S$10,000 or both.
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