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 Sibutramine was withdrawn from world markets in 2010 due to increased risk of cardiac events and stroke. Phenolphthalein was withdrawn from sale in many markets in the late 1990s due to concern over its carcinogenicity with long term use.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