Other Updated 2026-03-25

Unauthorized and counterfeit health products seized at Thumbs Up 4 Shiatsu in Mississauga may pose serious health risks

Recalled Product

Unauthorized and counterfeit health products, including prescription and injectable drugs.


Hazard / Issue

Unauthorized product - Product safety

Issued by

Communications and Public Affairs Branch

⚠️ What You Should Do

Do not buy or use unauthorized or counterfeit health products. When receiving cosmetic treatments, read product labels (or ask your healthcare professional to show you the product label) to confirm a product has been authorized for sale by Health Canada. Authorized health products have an eight-digit DIN, Natural Product Number (NPN) or Homeopathic Drug Number (DIN-HM).You can also check whether products have been authorized for sale by searching Health Canada's Drug Product Database, Licensed Natural Health Product Database or the Medical Devices Active Licences Listing (MDALL).Only buy prescription drugs from licensed pharmacies.Consult a licensed healthcare professional (physician, nurse practitioner, pharmacist) if you have been administered or have used unauthorized health products and have health concerns.Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada.Learn more about buying health products safely:Buying drugs over the InternetAdulteration of natural health productsRisks of buying natural health products onlineThe safe use of health products for weight lossSafe Use of Bodybuilding Products - Canada.caBuying medical devices from internet
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