🚨 Alert for All Shoppers! 🚨
Beware of melatonin supplements being marketed illegally in the UK! A recent investigation found products on popular platforms like AliExpress, Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Superdrug Marketplace, and Temu. These listings often show excessively high doses, some even reaching 30mg, while the NHS usually prescribes only 2mg for sleep regulation.
🔍 What’s the Risk? Melatonin, a hormone critical for sleep regulation, is illegal to sell without a prescription. If taken without medical advice, it can interact with medications like antidepressants and contraceptives, potentially causing unpleasant side effects like headaches, dizziness, and mood changes.
⚠️ Sneaky Listings: Many sellers cleverly hide melatonin in their product ingredients list, bypassing platform restrictions. Products like Balincer’s Sleep Aid and Live Nature’s Night Time Fat Burner might not clearly mention melatonin upfront!
Sue Davies from Which? warns: “Illegally marketed melatonin is putting consumer health at risk. Products could contain too much melatonin or other harmful substances.” It’s crucial for regulators to step up and crack down on these shady practices!
🛍️ Major platforms respond:
– **AliExpress**: “Safety is a priority. We’ve removed flagged listings and are taking action.”
– **Amazon**: “We adhere to strict regulations. Items have been removed.”
– **eBay**: “Consumer safety is key. Items violating policy have been removed.”
– **Superdrug**: “Seeking guidance on topically-applied melatonin products.”
– **Temu**: “Most flagged items were already removed before inquiry.”
🛡️ Stay Safe: Always check the legality and safety of supplements. Better safe than sorry! Let’s spread the word and protect our health! 💪✨
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