In response to concerns that young people might become enamored with “energy stick” inhalers, the Ministry of Health ( MOH) and the Health Sciences Authority ( HSA ) are” closely monitoring” their use in Singapore.
Speaking in parliament on Monday ( Mar 4), Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State for Health, noted that young people are being targeted on social media by the sale of these products, which are available in a variety of flavors.  ,
As these products develop, we will continue to examine them to make sure they are free of harmful ingredients like smoking, he added, and we will take necessary precautions to safeguard public health.
” Energy sticks” are drugs that claim to give people a increase in energy. They have ingredients that resemble a regular oral spray inhaler.
Dr. Janil responded to inquiries from Parliamentarians Yip Hon Weng, Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim, and others who wondered whether the government had studied the effects of such inhalers, how young people were using them, and whether there was a need to address products like e-cigarettes and vaporizers.
CNA reported last month that health professionals in Malaysia are beginning to worry that the stones may turn into a doorway to substance abuse, just like they did with smoking.  ,
In China, a pattern of kids using energy stones has also been reported.
CNA’s seek for power pieces on Singapore’s e-commerce sites Shopee and Lazada revealed a number of entries starting as low as S$ 1.60 ( US$ 1.20 ). The most well-known models were PEK, Nicor, Causone, and Skyvii.
Mint, several fruits, and Red Bull, an energy drink, were among the flavors. According to the advertisements, the energy stones were said to contain “essential oils,” “natural ingredients,” and” safe, plant-based extracts.”
Additionally, they claimed that using the bronchodilators to combat tiredness while studying, driving, or working overtime may be done.