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Warning from HSA on Health Supplement Causing Cushing Syndrome

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HSA advises against using Gu Jie Ling medication due to health risks and illegal status

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has issued a stern caution regarding the consumption of Gu Jie Ling, a health supplement linked to the development of Cushing syndrome. Gu Jie Ling was innocently recommended to Gu Jie Ling by her husband's friend, purchased from a traditional medicine store in Johor Bahru. After consuming the supplement, she experienced the distressing side effect of 'moon face,' a characteristic sign of Cushing syndrome. The HSA has flagged concerns over the authenticity of the product, as it bears an invalid Malaysian registration number, suggesting potentially illegal distribution and usage.

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HSA warns against use of health supplement that caused elderly ... (CNA)

Gu Jie Ling was recommended by her husband's friend, who had bought it from a "traditional medicine shop" in Johor Bahru.

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Woman develops 'moon face' after taking Gu Jie Ling medicine: HSA (The Straits Times)

"Pain-relief remedy" carries invalid Malaysian product registration number and may be illegal. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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