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Unregistered Hong Thai herbal inhaler banned in Malaysia, says Health Ministry

Published on 6 Nov 2025 5:18:18 PM

The "Hong Thai Inhaler" herbal product is unregistered with the Drug Control Authority (DCA) and is banned from sale in Malaysia after a recall in Thailand due to contamination with harmful bacteria.

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The "Hong Thai Inhaler" herbal product is unregistered with the Drug Control Authority (DCA) and is banned from sale in Malaysia after a recall in Thailand due to contamination with harmful bacteria.

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