The Peru Ministry of Health’s Directorate General of Medicines, Supplies, and Drugs (Digemid) has issued an urgent health alert regarding counterfeit cosmetic products that have been found circulating in the market. This warning follows notifications from the Bolivian Agency for Medicines and Health Technologies (Agemed) about the illegal distribution and sale of unregistered and potentially harmful cosmetic products. These counterfeit products do not have the required sanitary authorization and fail to meet the necessary quality, safety, and efficacy standards.
In its ongoing efforts to protect public health, Digemid monitors alerts from international regulatory bodies and the World Health Organization (WHO). Recently, Agemed received reports from UNILEVER ANDINA BOLIVIA S.A. about the detection of fake cosmetic products being sold illegally. These products, which include various types of shampoos, are being falsely marketed under the brand name Sedal. The counterfeit products have been found to be out of compliance with physico-chemical parameters, indicating that they do not meet the regulatory standards for quality and safety. These findings were confirmed through laboratory analysis conducted by UNILEVER ANDINA BOLIVIA S.A.
Beware of Counterfeit Sedal Cosmetics: Health Risks Highlighted
The counterfeit products identified include Sedal Zero Caspa Shampoo 2 en 1, Sedal Care Colágeno + Vitamina C Regeneración y Luminosidad Shampoo, Sedal Co-Creations Liso Perfecto 2 en 1 Shampoo, Sedal Recarga Natural Bomba de Argán, Sedal Co-Creations Crecimiento Saludable Shampoo, and Sedal Co-Creations Keratina con Antioxidante Shampoo. These products are being sold without proper authorization and are therefore considered dangerous. The detailed information regarding these counterfeit products, including their lot numbers and the links to the official alerts, has been made available by Digemid.
Healthcare professionals, patients, and the general public are strongly advised not to purchase or use pharmaceutical products from unauthorized sources and without proper sanitary registration. The use of such counterfeit products can pose significant health risks. Many of these illegal products are sold in unauthorized places such as street markets and online through social media and national and international couriers. Given the possibility that these counterfeit products may be in the possession of consumers, it is crucial to check the labels and packaging for authenticity before use.
Protecting Public Health
Digemid emphasizes the importance of vigilance and urges anyone who comes across these counterfeit products to report them immediately. The aim of this communication is to safeguard public health and prevent potential health problems arising from the use of these fake cosmetics. For any queries or to report issues, the public can contact Digemid through the provided phone numbers.
This alert underscores the continuous efforts by health authorities to monitor and ensure the safety of products available in the market, thereby protecting consumers from the dangers posed by counterfeit and unauthorized products. The public is encouraged to stay informed and cautious to avoid any adverse health effects caused by the use of such products. For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official alerts and notices issued by Digemid and Agemed.
Resource: Peru Ministry of Health’s Directorate General of Medicines Supplies and Drugs, July 17, 2024
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