Tiger Candy found to contain potent drug for erectile dysfunction: SFA
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The candy, which is from Germany, claims to enhance sexual performance in men.
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SINGAPORE – Consumers have been warned against buying or eating Tiger Candy, a food product from Germany that claims to enhance sexual performance in men, after it was found to contain a potent prescription drug.
The drug, Tadalafil, should be given only under medical supervision to treat erectile dysfunction, said the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Nov 22.
Inappropriate use can increase the risk of serious adverse effects, including heart attack, stroke, migraine, irregular heart rate and priapism – a painful and prolonged erection of the penis, the agency added.
Tadalafil can also pose serious risks to certain individuals, including those with heart-related problems.
It can lead to life-threatening low blood pressure in people who are on heart medications, especially those containing nitrates.
The candy was advertised on local e-commerce platforms.
SFA has worked with them to remove the listings and issued warnings to sellers to stop peddling the product with immediate effect.
People who have consumed the product and have concerns about their health should see a doctor.
“Consumers should exercise caution and be mindful of the risks associated with consuming food bought from unknown or unverified sources and are advised to seek more information before making any purchase,” said SFA.
Anyone found guilty of selling and supplying unsafe food products containing banned or potent substances may be fined up to $5,000.
Repeat offenders may be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to three months, or both.
Consumers with information about the sale and supply of unsafe food products may write to SFA at www.sfa.gov.sg/feedback
