German Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Dangerous 'Potenz-Honig'

Products containing undeclared pharmaceutical substances continue to be seized as health risks and deceptive marketing practices raise alarm.

German customs have intercepted over 13 tons of 'Potenz-Honig' and similar products since 2022, with seizures increasing sharply in recent years.
Laboratory tests reveal these products often contain undeclared prescription-only substances like Sildenafil and Tadalafil, used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Health authorities warn of severe risks, including overdoses and dangerous drug interactions, particularly for individuals with heart conditions or those on specific medications.
The products, primarily imported from Turkey, Malaysia, and Thailand, are misleadingly marketed as natural remedies and sold online or brought back from abroad.
Experts and officials are calling for stricter regulatory controls and public awareness campaigns to address the health dangers and protect consumers.