Weight-loss drugs among 5,000 unregistered items seized in Kelantan

On a recent operation in Kelantan, health authorities seized 5,584 unregistered items, including weight-loss medications, estimated to be worth RM60,000. State health director Dr. Kasuadi Hussin announced the joint operation, involving pharmacy enforcement officials and police, following multiple public complaints. Seven of the nine inspected premises contained the seized products, which also included mobile phones and computers.

The seized items are suspected of containing controlled substances and violating the Sale of Drugs Act 1952 and Poisons Act 1952. Further investigations are ongoing, including identifying the owners and sources of the products. The pharmacy enforcement division aims to curb the sale and distribution of illegal health products, urging the public to report suspicious medicines and health items through the SisPAA portal or hotline at 09-7730586.