Tadalafil is a drug for erectile dysfunction that must be used under strict instructions by a qualified medical professional as it has serious side effects which include; extreme respiratory and cardiac problems, urinary disorders and sometimes leading to coma and death.
L-Power Coffee operations suspended by National Drug Authority
National Drug Authority (NDA) has the public against the consumption of L-Power Coffee which laboratory tests have confirmed is adulterated with Tadalafil, a prescription drug with adverse effects.
NDA’s imports control team intercepted a consignment of L-Power coffee which was being concealed as a nutritional supplement, sent samples to the Quality Control Laboratory and after the positive results.
NDA formally informed the importers of L-Power to take full responsibility for its destruction and recall (collect off the market) any products that could have been sneaked into Uganda.
NDA together with other law-enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate this matter to ensure that those who are responsible are held to account.
In a statement released on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, NDA communications officer Abiaz Rwamwiri says laboratory tests have confirmed that L-Power is adulterated.
"We hereby direct all drug shops, pharmacies, online shops, and supermarkets to stop with immediate effect selling, stocking, distributing, or dealing in L-Power Coffee. The public should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to NDA," Rwamwiri said.
A similar incident happened in November 2021 when NDA found significant amounts of Viagra in M-Magix coffee being marketed in the country claiming to make men strong.
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