Qatar bans two Chinese medicines due to health risks

Qatar bans two Chinese medicines due to health risks

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By QatarNews

The Supreme Council of Health (SCH) has warned the public against the use of Slim Patch and Male Energizer due to potential health hazards.

The two medicines are not registered in Qatar and is banned in the country, the Pharmacy and Drug Control Department at SCH said pn Tuesday.

The medicines are manufactured by the Chinese company Harbin Tiandiren Medical Science and Technology.

Slim Patch contains doxepin, an anti-depression substance while Male Energizer contains Sildanafeil, a Viagra ingredient. Both can cause health risks and can be used only under medical supervision, said the statement. [The Peninsula]

By roy_dig• 13 May 2015 12:50
roy_dig

@brite: how he got that bald pate, through chinese medication as well? :)

By knor• 13 May 2015 12:48
knor

lolz...sure its not a potion?

By britexpat• 13 May 2015 12:19
britexpat

Good move.. Too many untested products on the market.

@knor: Rizks swears by a mixture of ginseng, ant droppings and mixture of ju-ju roots and honey. He says it brings a shine to his bald pate.

By knor• 13 May 2015 11:59
knor

never trust Chinese medicines....you never know where it came from.

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