Bermuda Warns Four Male Enhancement Products Contain Hidden Prescription Drugs

Health authorities in Bermuda are warning men against using several products promoted as herbal options for improving erections and sexual performance after testing revealed concealed prescription medicines.

The Ministry of Health said government laboratory examinations found at least one prescription-only drug in each of the affected products, although the substances were not disclosed on the labels. Officials have advised the public to discontinue their use.

Health Minister Kim Wilson said the products could present significant dangers, especially to individuals with existing medical conditions and people using other medication. She said protecting the community remained the ministry’s main concern, noting that items advertised as natural treatments could cause serious injury because they contained undeclared prescription drugs.

Wilson advised purchasers to stop taking the products without delay. Anyone who develops an adverse reaction should seek medical advice, she added.

The ministry identified the four products as Butterfield's 100% Organic Men's All Night Pill; Butterfield's 100% Organic Men's Black Leopard Male Enhancer Honey; Butterfield's 100% Organic Electrifying Royal Energy Honey; and Butterfield's 100% Organic Feel Good Electrifying Gummies.

Authorities said possible reactions include erections that are painful or last long enough to require emergency care, abrupt loss of sight or hearing, dangerously low blood pressure and severe allergic responses. Heart attacks, strokes and abnormal heart rhythms were also listed among the potential consequences.

Consumers were additionally warned to exercise care with other merchandise carrying the “Royal Honey” name. According to the ministry, comparable products have previously tested positive for prescription medicines that were omitted from their labels.

Environmental Health Officers continue to track the matter. They are encouraging shoppers to be wary of products advertised as natural solutions for erectile dysfunction or as aids for boosting sexual performance.