Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (Tuhuo and Loranthus Combination), Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San (Ligusticum and Tea Formula) and Dang Gui Si Ni Tang (Tangkuei and Jujube Combination)
Published 2 December 2016
Product
Traditional Chinese medicines
Why it was recalled
The products contain Asarum species, which have been documented to contain aristolochic acids. Asarum species containing aristolochic acid(s) for human therapeutic use are included in Schedule 10 of the Poisons Standard and are not permitted for use in therapeutic goods in Australia.
Hazard
Aristolochic acids have been linked to kidney problems and urinary tract cancers.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.