Department of Health in Hong Kong finds Traditional Chinese

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Department of Health in Hong Kong finds Traditional Chinese

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Title: Department of Health in Hong Kong finds Traditional Chinese Medicines to contain heavy metals and undeclared pharmaceuticals

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Summary: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Anshen Bunao Pian (Chung Lien Kulin Brand) has been found by the Department of Health in Hong Kong to contain 55 times the level of mercury permitted in China. Acute mercury poisoning can damage the neurological system and kidneys. The product is manufactured in mainland China and imported by Fung Wah (HK) Company. It is used for treating restlessness and insomnia.

You can find the section/document here:

http://www.mhra.gov.uk/home/idcplg?IdcS ... =CON149605

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