A warning was issued this week about the libido-boosting treatment Libipower Plus after it was discovered to contain tadalafil, the same ingredient found in the prescription-only erectile dysfunction treatment Cialis.
Manufacturers Haloteco issued a voluntary recall after the Federal Food and Drug Administration informed them that their product contained the powerful medication, which was not declared on the packaging.
When taken by patients with contra-indications for Cialis, tadalafil can cause problems. It can also interact with other medications containing nitrates, often used to treat conditions such as angina.
Libipower is mostly sold in California, in 1 capsule blister packs. Haloteco have said that they put out the voluntary recall to ensure their reputation for care of their patients was not compromised and have apologised for any inconvenience caused. The FDA has asked that any patients taking the capsules stop using them immediately and contact their doctor if they experienced any side-effects.