Source : Perth Now news
Almost a dozen sexual enhancement supplements have triggered a safety alert from the medical regulator after they were found to contain undeclared prescription drugs.
The Therapeutic Goods Administration identified 11 sexual enhancement products including tablets and creams that contain undeclared sildenafil, tadalafil and dapoxetine.
Tadalafil, also known as Cialis, is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction and urinary tract issues caused by Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
Typically the drug works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing easier blood flow in the body.
It is a prescription medication that can cause side effects like dizziness, headaches or flushed skin if taken by the wrong person.
More serious symptoms include chest pain, hearing loss, seizures of altered vision.
Sildenafil is a similar drug while Dapoxetine is primarily used to treat premature ejaculation.
The TGA has urged consumers to exercise extreme caution when buying these unregulated products online or in retail stores.
Some supplements may be fake, contain undisclosed or dangerous ingredients and may not meet the quality, safety and regulatory standards expected of therapeutic goods supplied in Australia.
Although these pills and creams may be available for purchase, that does not mean that they are safe for use.
Consumers with health issues or those who may be taking additional medications are particularly at risk of experiencing an adverse reaction to these medicines.
The products involved in the safety alert include: Nano Volume Capsules, Lustra 80 tablets, Candy Power For Man lozenges, Kama Extasy200 tablets, Kama Super Platinum tablets, Nano Epigen Size capsules, Rock II Hard tablets, Cobra Max capsules, Black Bull Extreme cream, Gold Lion tablets and Black Cat capsules.
If you suspect you have a side effect to these or other unregulated medicines, the TGA advise consumers to make a report by calling 1300 633 424.
