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TTV News, August 20, 2005
Does your little one have the habit of using baby powder? A well-known traditional Chinese medicine baby powder sold by Shengyuan Pharmacy in Taipei City has been found by the health bureau to contain the Western drug "sulfanilamide." If applied excessively to the skin, it can not only cause allergies but may also harm the central nervous system.
This fragrant baby powder, applied to the bottom, is a traditional Chinese medicine baby powder formulated by Shengyuan Pharmacy. Due to its ability to prevent diaper rash, it has gained popularity among parents through word of mouth. Generally, baby powders contain more chemical ingredients, but traditional Chinese medicine is considered better for the body. However, is the traditional Chinese medicine formula really safer? The Taipei City Health Bureau, after testing, found that it actually contains the Western drug sulfanilamide, an antibacterial agent originally used to treat vaginal inflammation. If applied to the body, it may not only cause allergies but also harm the central nervous system if inhaled excessively. Most reactions include a stinging sensation and possible allergic reactions. If inhaled by someone with favism, it could lead to hemolytic anemia. Why would an ingredient that shouldn't be included appear in baby powder? Shengyuan Pharmacy, which sells the product, has kept a low profile. "Because our traditional Chinese medicine uses only traditional ingredients without mixing in other substances, it's made with inherent components," said the business owner, expressing helplessness and claiming innocence. To ensure consumer safety, the baby powder has been completely removed from shelves. However, how much of the product, which has been sold for decades, is still circulating in the market? The health bureau will conduct a comprehensive investigation.
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Does your little one have the habit of using baby powder? A well-known traditional Chinese medicine baby powder sold by Shengyuan Pharmacy in Taipei City has been found by the health bureau to contain the Western drug "sulfanilamide." If applied excessively to the skin, it can not only cause allergies but may also harm the central nervous system.
This fragrant baby powder, applied to the bottom, is a traditional Chinese medicine baby powder formulated by Shengyuan Pharmacy. Due to its ability to prevent diaper rash, it has gained popularity among parents through word of mouth. Generally, baby powders contain more chemical ingredients, but traditional Chinese medicine is considered better for the body. However, is the traditional Chinese medicine formula really safer? The Taipei City Health Bureau, after testing, found that it actually contains the Western drug sulfanilamide, an antibacterial agent originally used to treat vaginal inflammation. If applied to the body, it may not only cause allergies but also harm the central nervous system if inhaled excessively. Most reactions include a stinging sensation and possible allergic reactions. If inhaled by someone with favism, it could lead to hemolytic anemia. Why would an ingredient that shouldn't be included appear in baby powder? Shengyuan Pharmacy, which sells the product, has kept a low profile. "Because our traditional Chinese medicine uses only traditional ingredients without mixing in other substances, it's made with inherent components," said the business owner, expressing helplessness and claiming innocence. To ensure consumer safety, the baby powder has been completely removed from shelves. However, how much of the product, which has been sold for decades, is still circulating in the market? The health bureau will conduct a comprehensive investigation.
Source: http:/ / www. ttv. com. tw/ news/ h……/ 0940820/ 09408204674401I. htm