Channel NewsAsia - Saturday, May
31
SINGAPORE : A dangerous substance has been found in a brand of
candy called "Mentalk".
The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said it has detected the
undeclared chemical substance aminotadalafil in the ginseng and
coffee candy. The substance is similar to tadalafil, which is used
to treat impotence.
HSA warned that aminotadalafil can cause serious adverse
reactions such as heart attacks and strokes in susceptible
individuals.
Heart patients who are on nitrate drugs may suffer severe
hypotension, which could be fatal.
HSA has advised the public not to buy or eat the candy.
It said that based on current information, the candy is sold
over the Internet and possibly through multi—level marketing.
HSA is working with the relevant agencies to determine the
extent of its distribution and sales channels for follow—up
action.
Anyone who feels unwell after eating the candy should see their
doctor immediately. — CNA/ms