Health Ministry Warns of Dangerous Drug Marketed as Natural Product
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Israeli authorities are warning the public about "Gat Drops," a product sold as a natural herbal remedy that laboratory tests reveal contains the dangerous synthetic drug methamphetamine. The Ministry of Health and police are investigating its distribution, noting that khat-derived products are illegal. The public is urged to avoid these products and report any suspicious sales.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israeli police and the Ministry of Health are investigating methamphetamine sold as "Gat Drops."
- Laboratory tests confirmed the dangerous synthetic drug methamphetamine in seized products.
- The drug is highly addictive and poses a life-threatening risk to users.
- Products derived from the khat plant, including "Gat Drops," are illegal in Israel.
- Authorities urge the public to avoid these products and report suspicious sales.
Israeli police and the Ministry of Health are investigating the sale and distribution of a dangerous synthetic drug, identified as methamphetamine, disguised as a natural herbal product called "Gat Drops" ("Tipot Gat"). Laboratory tests on seized products confirmed the presence of the highly addictive substance, which poses a life-threatening risk.
The deceptive marketing of this potent drug as a natural product is particularly concerning, as consumers may be unaware they are consuming a dangerous narcotic. The Ministry of Health emphasized that extracts and preparations derived from the khat plant (qat), including drops, beverages, and capsules, are classified under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance and are illegal to consume, sell, or produce.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid purchasing or using any products marketed as being made from the khat plant, including those sold as "Gat Drops." The public is also encouraged to report any suspicions regarding the sale or distribution of these products to law enforcement.
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