PRA number
2017/15848
Published date
Product description
Slimming capsules
What are the defects?
Product contains undeclared substances sibutramine and phenolphthalein.
What are the hazards?
Use may be harmful. Sibutramine and phenolphthalein are prescription-only substances in Australia. Sibutramine was withdrawn from world markets in 2010 due to increased risk of cardiac events and stroke. Phenolphthalein was withdrawn from sale in many markets in the late 1990s due to concern over its carcinogenicity with long term use.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should return the product for a full refund after contacting Obelia Langsing Ideal customer service on 02 8065 4069 or sending Obelia Langsing Ideal a direct message through their Facebook page
Supplier
Obelia Langsing Ideal
Traders who sold this product
Obelia Langsing Ideal
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.