The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to immediately stop using Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen, marketed as a product for weight loss and body reshaping. The product contains at least one potentially harmful active pharmaceutical ingredient that is not listed on the product's label.
The FDA has tested multiple Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen products from various distributors in the United States. All products that have been tested, including those that claim to be "genuine" and "anti-counterfeit," have been found to contain one or both of the following undeclared drug ingredients:
Sibutramine -- a controlled substance that was removed from the market in October 2010 for safety reasons. The product poses a threat to consumers because sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke.
Phenolphthalein -- a chemical that is not an active ingredient in any approved drug in the United States. Studies have indicated that it presents a cancer-causing risk.
The FDA has received dozens of adverse event reports, including many serious cardiac issues, associated with the use of Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen. Reports have included heart palpitations, tachycardia (increased heart rate), suicidal thoughts, chest pain, diarrhea, anxiety, insomnia, increased blood pressure and seizure. Consumers who have experienced any negative side effects while taking this product should consult a health care professional.
Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen is manufactured by Guangzhou Zi Xiu Tang Biotechnology Co., Ltd. in Guangdong Province, China. It is offered for sale on the Internet, and it can be found in various retail stores, spas and fitness centers. In addition, licensed health care professionals have promoted the product.
The company reports there is a counterfeit version of the product and created a new Product Security Code System for monitoring the authenticity of their product in the US market. Products labled "Genuine" and "Anti-counterfeit" are included in the FDA warning.
The FDA is investigating the distribution of Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen products in the United States and may issue warning letters or take enforcement action, such as seizures, injunctions and/or criminal charges.
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm392163.htm
Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen hazards include serious cardiac issues including heart palpitations, tachycardia (increased heart rate), suicidal thoughts, chest pain, diarrhea, anxiety, insomnia, increased blood pressure and seizure.
The FDA tested multiple Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen products from various distributors in the United States. All products tested, including those claiming to be "genuine" and anti-counterfeit, have been found to contain undeclared drug ingredients.
A China manufacturer warns on counterfeit Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen Products and implemented the "Anti-Counterfeit" labeling. It's missing on this eBay purchased product.
You cannot determine the actual ingredients in products without lab tests.
Why would you put anything in your body without knowing the source and quality?
This Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen was purchased on eBay -- its contents are unknown. The FDA has issued a warning for Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen products.
Clever packaging and "anti-counterfeiting" holograms may lead consumers to believe the product is safe.
FDA tests of these "genuine" and "anti-counterfeit" products have been found to contain undeclared drugs.
The FDA warning covers ALL tested Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen regardless of anti-counterfeiting measures.
Guangzhou Zixiutang Biotechnology Co. implemented anti-counterfeit features to identify and monitor their their product in the US market.
Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen is manufactured by Guangzhou Zi Xiu Tang Biotechnology Co., Ltd. in Guangdong Province, China.
It is offered for sale on the Internet, and it can be found in various retail stores, spas and fitness centers.
Not withstanding the FDA Warning, and that products that contain hidden drugs pose a real danger to consumers, eBay sellers still offer the dangerous Zi Xiu Tang Bee Pollen capsules on eBay.
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