Product description

Slimming capsules

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Product contains undeclared substances sibutramine and phenolphthalein.

The hazards to consumers

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 Sibutramine was withdrawn from world markets in 2010 due to increased risk of cardiac events and stroke. Phenolphthalein was withdrawn from sale in many markets in the late 1990s due to concern over its carcinogenicity with long term use.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 consumers should 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

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Obelia Langsing Ideal

Who sold the product

Obelia Langsing Ideal

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2017/15848 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Therapeutic Goods Administration if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.