Japanese Pharmaceutical Company's Red Quince Products Linked to Five Deaths and 114 Hospitalizations

The Japanese government has set up a consultation hotline for concerned consumers and businesses, and has already recalled 4,350 units of the "Red Quince Cholesterol Tablets" product, with no reported recalls for the other two affected products. The controversy has sparked a heated debate on Chinese social media platform, Weibo, with users expressing their outrage and concern. One user wrote, "Is this a health product or a poison? Are you guys increasing the dosage too? This is ridiculous, one death a day, do you Japanese really dare to take these medicines?" Another user expressed their skepticism, stating, "So what if five people died?

Just apologize and move on." The safety of red quince as a medicinal ingredient has been called into question, with some experts suggesting that the addition of other substances may be to blame. Chen Hongbo, a professor of nephrology at the Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, stated that red quince is generally safe and non-toxic when used in traditional Chinese medicine. However, the presence of other additives in the health products may be contributing to the health issues. The case of the five fatalities linked to Small Pharmaceutical's red quince-based health products serves as a stark reminder of the importance of proper regulation and oversight in the pharmaceutical industry. The company's apology and measures taken to address the issue are a step in the right direction, but more must be done to ensure the safety and well-being of consumers. As the investigation into the matter continues, it is essential that all relevant parties work together to identify the root cause of the problem and take appropriate action to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The health and safety of consumers must always be the top priority, and it is the responsibility of companies and governments alike to ensure that this is upheld. In the meantime, those who have consumed the affected products are advised to seek medical attention if they experience any adverse health effects.