Hungarian NKFH pulls male‑enhancement supplements containing prescription drugs
On July 28, 2024, Hungary's National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) announced the recall of several dietary supplements marketed as male‑enhancement products. Laboratory analysis found that the products – MOON, Gold Power Strong and Maraton Plus Rapid – contained active pharmaceutical ingredients used in prescription medicines, specifically the PDE‑5 inhibitors sildenafil and tadalafil, and in two cases diclofenac. These substances can cause serious health risks, especially when taken with nitrates or by individuals with certain cardiovascular conditions. NKFH warned consumers that labels such as “natural”, “herbal” or “dietary supplement” do not guarantee safety, removed the items from retail shelves and said further regulatory measures will be taken.
Entities: Gold Power Strong supplement · MOON supplement · Maraton Plus Rapid supplement · National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) · sildenafil
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Sildenafil and tadalafil are PDE‑5 inhibitors that affect the circulatory system and can be dangerous for people with certain health conditions or when combined with nitrates. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] NKFH announced a recall of certain male‑enhancement dietary supplements. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Two of the products also contained diclofenac. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Laboratory tests detected sildenafil in the recalled products. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] NKFH warned that 'natural', 'herbal' or 'dietary supplement' labeling does not guarantee safety. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The recalled items were removed from retail shelves and may face further regulatory action. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Laboratory tests detected tadalafil in the recalled products. (all)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The recalled products are MOON, Gold Power Strong, and Maraton Plus Rapid. (all)