Weight-Loss Pills Containing Banned Substance Go Viral in Romania

Weight-Loss Pills' Deadly Secret: Sibutramine's Resurgence in Romania Romania is facing a concerning trend: weight-loss pills containing the banned substance sibutramine are going viral online. This news report investigates the dangerous consequences, highlighting the risks and lack of regulation in the online supplement market. The pills, promoted aggressively on social media, promise rapid weight loss. However, sibutramine, banned in the European Union since 2010 due to its severe side effects, is a key ingredient. Doctors warn of serious health risks, including heart problems and even death. "I thought I was going to die," says one woman who took the pills and ended up in the hospital with a severe allergic reaction. "I couldn't breathe. I don't recommend them to anyone." A doctor interviewed in the report confirms the dangers of sibutramine and warns of the potential for serious health complications. The report also highlights the lack of regulation in the online supplement market, making it easy for dangerous products to be sold without proper oversight. This situation underscores the need for consumer vigilance and stricter regulations to protect the public from harmful products.