Cough Medicine at Walmart in the US May Contain Cancer-Causing Substances, Causing Worries for Millions

A non-prescription expectorant and cough suppressant medicine, Mucinex, sold at major supermarkets such as Walmart in the US, may contain the cancer-causing substance benzene, and millions of people have purchased it.

According to reports by US media on August 12, a cough suppressant medicine sold at Walmart in the US has been accused of possibly containing cancer-causing substances, and millions of people have purchased this product before.

It is learned that this type of medicine is divided into two types: brand-name medicine and the generic version sold in supermarkets. Although both have the same efficacy, the inactive ingredients used in the generic version may contain benzene.

Data ***ysis shows that millions of consumers may have purchased the medicine containing benzene unknowingly. Benzene is a known potent carcinogen and is closely associated with the onset of blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma.

Specifically, relevant tests have found that there may be some potential cancer-causing components in this cough suppressant medicine, but detailed information such as the specific types and contents of the cancer-causing substances and the possible health risks to consumers may vary depending on the progress of the tests and further investigations by relevant departments.

This news has raised public concerns about medicine safety. Walmart may have launched an investigation into this matter and may take measures such as recalling the products. At the same time, regulatory authorities may also intervene to conduct in-depth reviews and evaluations of this incident.