The Ministry of Health has taken action against two Phnom Penh-based operations that were advertising and selling unregistered sexual enhancement products through social media. It warned that the substances pose serious risks to heart health and could be life-threatening.

In a February 25 announcement, the ministry identified the products SUPER XL and AMOUR as containing Sildenafil, a banned pharmaceutical substance used to treat male erectile dysfunction.

“To avoid serious health effects or loss of life, the ministry would like to inform the public to stop buying or using SUPER XL and AMOUR products immediately,” the statement read.

The ministry emphasised that libido-enhancing products currently advertised online are unauthorised and do not have the approval of the health authorities.

“According to previous research, most of these products are not health supplements but contain modern pharmaceutical ingredients that can severely impact users' health, potentially leading to fatal consequences,” the statement added.

The ministry has ordered individuals and businesses to cease the import, distribution or sale of SUPER XL, AMOUR and other unregistered sexual enhancement products.

Those who fail to comply will face strict legal action under the Law on Amendments to the Law on Drug Control.

Authorities have already taken legal measures against two locations in Phnom Penh, with cases filed and relevant individuals referred to court for prosecution.