TSDCA seizes cardiac stimulant drugs in Hyderabad
The illegal stocking and sale of cardiac stimulant drugs for abuse in gyms, particularly for bodybuilding, constitutes a violation of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Hyderabad: In a dangerous trend that has emerged in Hyderabad, youngsters looking to build a perfect gym body are risking their lives and resorting to the illegal use of cardiac stimulant Mephentermine Sulphate Injections.
The risky practice of abusing Mephentermine Sulphate Injections as stimulants for body building came to light when Telangana State Drug Control Administration (TSDCA) seized illegally stocked cardiac stimulant drug Mephentermine Sulphate Injections in Asifnagar and Karwan.
The cardiac stimulants were being sold illegally to gym-goers, who were desperately seeking short-cuts to build gym body.
The drug inspects of TSDCA on Friday and Saturday carried out raids in Asifnagar and Karwan and seized 210 vials of Mephentermine Injections worth of Rs. 65,000 from one Atif Khan, resident of Asifnagar and Ajay Singh, resident of Karwan. The two individuals were allegedly selling the drugs to gym-goers at exorbitant rates, DCA said.
Mephentermine Injection is a cardiac stimulant primarily used to normalize decreased blood pressure (hypotension) that may arise from administering anesthesia in spinal procedures during surgery. It is employed to elevate blood pressure in cases of hypotensive (low blood pressure) states. This medication induces increased release of noradrenaline, thereby enhancing cardiac output. By augmenting the pumping capacity of the heart and constricting blood vessels, it rapidly raises blood pressure. It’s crucial to note that only a doctor should determine the appropriate dose and duration of this medicine for each individual, the DG, TSDCA, V B Kamalsan Reddy said.
However, Mephentermine Injection, with its cardiac stimulatory action, is being misused to enhance endurance in bodybuilders. Certain gyms are illegally selling Mephentermine Injection to gym-goers who misuse it to improve physical performance in competitive sports or bodybuilding. Abuse of Mephentermine Sulphate Injections can result in various adverse effects, including psychosis, cardiovascular disorders, and the development of tolerance and dependence over time, he added.
The illegal stocking and sale of cardiac stimulant drugs for abuse in gyms, particularly for bodybuilding, constitutes a violation of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Individuals involved may face imprisonment for up to five years.
