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Erectile dysfunction drug found in honey product; steroid, laxative found in two others: SFA
SG🏛️ PoliticsCenter5 hr. ago

Erectile dysfunction drug found in honey product; steroid, laxative found in two others: SFA

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has identified three food products containing unauthorized medicinal substances. These include tadalafil in B Solution Honey (Liquid) from Malaysia, sennosides in Shaio-Ge Xian Li 365 S1 Botanical Beverage Mix Barley Seedling Powder from Taiwan, and dexamethasone in Jus Tuan Haji 1921 from Malaysia. Tadalafil, used for erectile dysfunction, poses serious health risks such as heart attacks, strokes, and dangerously low blood pressure. Sennosides, a laxative, can lead to dehydration and long-term constipation. Dexamethasone, a steroid, may cause side effects like Cushing’s syndrome and severe overdose symptoms. The SFA has removed these products from sale and advised consumers against purchasing or consuming them, urging caution with unverified food sources.

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Channel NewsAsia (CNA) logoChannel NewsAsia (CNA)State / PublicCenter5 hr. ago
Erectile dysfunction drug found in honey product sold on e-commerce platforms

Singapore's Food Agency (SFA) discovered that a Malaysian honey supplement called B Solution Honey (Liquid) contained tadalafil, a prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. This substance is not approved for use in food and poses significant health risks if consumed improperly, including potential heart issues, strokes, and dangerously low blood pressure. Additionally, two other products, Jus Tuan Haji 1921 and Shaio-Ge Xian Li 365 S1 Botanical Beverage Mix Barley Seedling Powder, were found to contain dexamethasone and sennosides, respectively, both of which are pharmaceuticals not permitted in food items. These products were primarily sold on e-commerce platforms, and SFA has urged consumers to avoid using them and contact the agency if they have concerns.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a health and safety issue involving contaminated food supplements. It provides factual information about the substances found, their dangers, and the actions taken by the Singapore Food Agency. There is no evident ideological framing or bias in the presentation of the facts.

The Straits Times logoThe Straits TimesParty-aligned🔒Center6 hr. ago
Erectile dysfunction drug found in honey product; steroid, laxative found in two others: SFA

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has identified three food products containing unauthorized medicinal substances. These include tadalafil in B Solution Honey (Liquid) from Malaysia, sennosides in Shaio-Ge Xian Li 365 S1 Botanical Beverage Mix Barley Seedling Powder from Taiwan, and dexamethasone in Jus Tuan Haji 1921 from Malaysia. Tadalafil, used for erectile dysfunction, poses serious health risks such as heart attacks, strokes, and dangerously low blood pressure. Sennosides, a laxative, can lead to dehydration and long-term constipation. Dexamethasone, a steroid, may cause side effects like Cushing’s syndrome and severe overdose symptoms. The SFA has removed these products from sale and advised consumers against purchasing or consuming them, urging caution with unverified food sources.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual findings from the Singapore Food Agency regarding illegal substances in food products. There is no overt ideological framing or emphasis on specific political groups. The tone remains objective, focusing on health risks and regulatory actions rather than partisan agendas

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