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Recalls / Unauthorized injectable peptide drugs (often sold online and marketed for “anti-aging”, bodybuilding, or “wellness”)

Think twice before injecting peptides bought online: unauthorized products can seriously harm you

Drugs · Last updated 2026-04-09

Is your product affected? Check the DIN and lot number on your package against the list in Health Canada's official notice.

See affected DINs and lot numbers on Health Canada ↗

Why it was recalled

Unauthorized product

What you should do

  • If you have used an unauthorized injectable peptide drug and you feel unwell or have concerns, contact a healthcare professional (physician, nurse practitioner, pharmacist).
  • Dispose of these products safely by following municipal or regional guidance for chemicals and other hazardous waste or take the product to your local pharmacy for proper disposal.
  • Use prescription drugs under the care of a healthcare professional and only buy prescription drugs from licensed pharmacies. Be aware of the risks of buying health products online.
  • Do not buy or use unauthorized drugs. Do not use drugs that are labelled “For Research Use Only – Not for Human Consumption”. These can be dangerous to your health.
  • Check the label before you buy. Authorized prescription drugs in Canada have an eight-digit Drug Identification Number (DIN). You can also check whether a drug has been authorized for sale by searching Health Canada's Drug Product Database.
  • Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada.

Source

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Recall data is sourced from Health Canada's Recalls and Safety Alerts open dataset. MedShort.ca is an independent tracking tool and does not provide medical advice — for questions about this recall, contact the manufacturer or your pharmacist, or read the full notice linked above.