Dentist fined $5,328 for alleged unlawful importation of Botox

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued two infringement notices totalling $5,328 to a Western Australian-based dentist for allegedly importing unregistered therapeutic goods on two occasions.

It is alleged that the dentist imported 21 vials of Dysport 500U Botulax (Botulinum Toxin Type A) which were not included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) at the time of importation. The products were seized at the border and will not be released.

Botulinum Toxin products are prescription only medicines which must be included in the ARTG prior to importation and supply. These products could pose a serious health risk to the Australian public as they have not been evaluated for safety, quality or efficacy.

If you suspect non-compliance in relation to therapeutic goods, you can report illegal or questionable practices online to the TGA. The TGA also encourages the reporting of suspected non-compliant advertising.