Health Canada Wins Injunction Against Unauthorized Peptide Seller

Health Canada has successfully secured a permanent injunction against Canlab Research, an online retailer based in Quebec, effectively barring the company from selling unauthorized injectable peptides across Canada. The federal health agency stated that Canlab Research had been distributing these unapproved peptide drugs through various websites, often making unsubstantiated health claims.

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selling unauthorized peptide drugs on various websites and promoting them with many unproven health claims, despite repeated enforcement actions by Health Canada.

This action follows repeated enforcement efforts by Health Canada. In December 2023, consumers were warned about the significant health risks associated with Canlab Research's products. Health Canada had previously issued a ministerial order directing the company to cease advertising and selling unauthorized health products due to the potential danger to Canadians.

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serious health risks posed by these products

The new injunction imposes strict prohibitions on Canlab Research and its associates. They are forbidden from manufacturing, testing, distributing, or selling unauthorized injectable peptides. Furthermore, they cannot assist others in these activities or advertise the products through any online platform accessible within Canada.

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Under the injunction, Canlab Research and its representatives cannot manufacture, test, distribute or sell unauthorized injectable peptides, nor can it assist others in doing the same. It also cannot advertise or assist others in advertising these products, including through any website or social media platform accessible with a Canadian Internet Protocol (IP) address.

Injectable peptides affect bodily functions and are commonly marketed for bodybuilding, anti-aging, and athletic performance enhancement. In Canada, these are regulated as prescription drugs and require Health Canada authorization before sale. The agency previously warned consumers in April about the risks of injecting peptides bought online, noting potential side effects such as hormonal imbalance, mood swings, liver or kidney damage, blood clots, and even cancerous tumor growth.

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change how your body works and are often promoted online and on social media for ‘anti-aging, weight loss, bodybuilding, athletic performance, injury recovery, sleep, mental focus, or general wellness.’