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Electronic cigarettes on display at a stall in Manila yesterday.
MANILA: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday warned against the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) , saying it is not a legitimate therapy for smokers trying to quit. FDA Director Kenneth Hartigan-Go said the World Health Organisation (WHO) does not consider it as a safe and effective smoking cessation aid.
“The FDA has not registered any electronic cigarette products and will not register them as health products,” said Go.
He also said the use of electronic cigarette is contrary to the provisions of the Philippine Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003.
“Wittingly or unwittingly, the electronic cigarette promotes smoking among children and youth. It makes them less fearful of hazards and risks of smoking,” said Go. THE PHILIPPINE STAR
