'No Pill Makes You Study Better': Korea Flags 1,733 Illegal ADHD Drug Ads
Seoul Economic Daily
South Korea has identified 1,733 illegal online postings selling ADHD medication methylphenidate, which is being falsely promoted as a study-enhancing drug. The government plans a special inspection in October ahead of the college entrance exam and warns of serious side effects from misuse, including headaches, anxiety, and hallucinations. Public awareness campaigns emphasize that the drug is not a performance booster but a controlled medication requiring a proper diagnosis.
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