Malaysia’s health ministry has banned the sale and distribution of Thailand’s popular “Hong Thai Formula 2” nasal inhaler, after Thai authorities recalled the product due to microbial contamination.
In a statement, the ministry said the product was not registered with Malaysia’s Drug Control Authority.
“The sale and possession of unregistered medicines constitute an offence under the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations,” the statement said.
Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had earlier recalled the product for failing quality and safety tests.
According to the health ministry, “Hong Thai Formula 2” continues to be advertised and sold on several e-commerce platforms.
“We have submitted complaints to the respective platforms, requesting that they remove the product listings immediately,” it said.
The public has been advised not to purchase or use the nasal inhaler and to stop using it immediately if they have already done so.
