{
  "id": 13896621,
  "title": "Ministry of Public Health warns against using 'GastroZero' slimming product",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/ministry-of-public-health-warns-against-using-gastrozero-slimming",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-12T06:15:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/12/10/2026/ministry-of-public-health-warns-against-using-gastrozero-slimming-product"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar - The Ministry of Public Health has issued a warning on October 12, 2026, advising against the use of the slimming product known as 'GastroZero'. This phyto-fiber drink has been found to contain two undeclared pharmaceutical substances, sibutramine and sildenafil, according to test results from the Drug Quality Laboratory. The ministry emphasizes that the presence of these substances renders the product adulterated and potentially hazardous to public health.\n\nMoreover, the Ministry clarifies that 'GastroZero' is not licensed for use in Qatar and is being promoted via social media platforms. The regulatory body, in collaboration with all relevant entities within the country, is implementing necessary control, regulatory, and legal measures against those involved in the unauthorized distribution of this product. The Ministry emphasizes the importance of safeguarding public health and safety.\n\nThe public is urged to report any suspicious or unregulated products by calling 16000 or sending an email to ghcc@moph.gov.qa.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health issued a warning on Monday, October 12, 2026, against using 'GastroZero', a phyto-fiber drink as it contains harmful, undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients.</p> <p>In a social media post, the ministry said test results from its Drug Quality Laboratory confirmed that the slimming product contained two undeclared pharmaceutical substances, sibutramine…",
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