FDA Expands Recall of Qu Feng Huo Lou Dan Over Hidden Steroid
The FDA has expanded its warning about Qu Feng Huo Lou Dan, a pain relief product containing undeclared dexamethasone.
2 reports on this incident · first at Aug 26, 2026, 4:59 p.m. ET
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Aug 26, 2026, 4:59 p.m. ETFirst report
FDA Warns of Hidden Steroid in Qu Feng Huo Lou Dan Pain Relief Product
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about Qu Feng Huo Lou Dan, a product promoted for pain relief on various websites including newgreenusa.com and possibly in some retail stores, according to a report by Medical Daily.
The FDA said the product contains dexamethasone, a corticosteroid not listed on the label. The agency warned that the hidden ingredient can weaken the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight infections, and can also cause high blood sugar, muscle damage, and mental health problems.
The FDA advises consumers who have used the product to immediately consult a health care professional in order to discontinue it safely.
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