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flag A banned weight-loss pill, Molecule, is spreading among young Russians, causing hospitalizations and raising health alarms.

flag A dangerous, unlicensed weight-loss pill called Molecule, containing banned sibutramine, is spreading among young Russians despite health risks including heart problems and hallucinations. flag Sold online for £6–7 ($8–9) as a dietary supplement, it has gained popularity on TikTok and other platforms, with sellers evading bans by rebranding it as "Atom" or disguising it as muesli or lightbulbs. flag Authorities have cracked down, but enforcement remains difficult due to coded language and false production claims. flag At least three schoolchildren have been hospitalized, and health experts warn of severe dangers, especially for those with eating disorders.

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