Alleged 'lung cleanser' recalled from Colombia: This was the Invima warning.

The National Institute for Food and Drug Surveillance ( Invima ) issued a health alert about the illegal sale in Colombia of the product Lung Cleansing Spray, which is marketed as if it were a medicine , despite not having health registration or official authorization for its distribution.

According to the agency, this product has not been approved by the Directorate of Drugs and Biological Products of the National Institute of Medicinal Products (INVIMA), so its sale and use pose a risk to public health. Furthermore, its actual composition, storage conditions, and transportation are unknown, which exacerbates the associated dangers. Potential adverse effects reported include:

- Elevated palpitations, heart disease, and anxiety- Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia and nightmares- Fluid retention and edema

- Damage to vital organs such as the heart, kidneys, and liver

Invima's final warning is clear: the sale and consumption of products without sanitary registration is not only illegal, but can also lead to serious consequences for public health.

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Invima's recommendations

The organization recommends suspending its use immediately and informing health authorities if you know of any location where it is being sold.

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In addition, citizens are reminded that all medical products must have a health registration, which can be verified on the official Invima website: http://consultaregistro.invima.gov.co. The product is being marketed through channels such as social media, online stores, and instant messaging services like WhatsApp, making it difficult to control and monitor. Therefore, the community should be alert and report any irregular sales outlets.

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Health authorities must act urgently

Invima (National Institute of Health) issued a specific call to departmental, district, and municipal health departments to strengthen inspection and monitoring efforts in establishments where Lung Cleansing Spray may be circulating. Key measures include:

- Carry out inspection, surveillance, and destruction operations of the product, if found. - Report to Invima any evidence of marketing in physical locations or on digital platforms. - Disseminate the health alert to all Benefit Plan Administrators (EAPB), IPS, and other stakeholders in the health system.

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