Recently the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) warned the public not to buy a potentially-dangerous unlicensed and unproven medicine for arthritis and other medical conditions which can be sold for as much as £168.00 for a 12-month’s supply.
Arthroplex capsules and gel are being advertised illegally on the internet and through flyers in magazines claiming to relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and joint pain. This product is unlicensed meaning it has not undergone any testing for quality, safety and effectiveness so it could pose a serious health risk to people who use it.
The Advertising Standards Authority and the MHRA received more than 70 complaints about the advertising of the medicine that claims to, “Feel your aches and pains fade in 48 hours! And then disappear forever."
David Carter, manager of the MHRA’s medicines borderline section, said:
“Adverts like Arthroplex make attractive claims but the fact is just because products are described as natural it does not mean to say that they are safe. If you believe you are suffering from any of the medical conditions listed in the advertisements please seek proper medical advice"
The BBC 1 Fake Britain programme makers would like to speak to people who have bought the product and found it has not worked, or those who have paid for it and it hasn't turned up. They are particularly keen to speak to people who suffer acutely and are annoyed about the apparently fraudulent claims made by the product.
If you have had this experience please email: [email protected]