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At least 16 children have developed “werewolf syndrome” after taking dodgy medication while in the Costa Del Sol.

Kids in the area have developed hypertrichosis, which leads to hair growing all over their bodies.



It is believed they have got the condition after taking a medication gained with minoxidil, a remedy for alopecia.

Spanish medics at the Agency of Medicines and Health Products have ordered several batches of the medication to be taken out of circulation.



The babies were given tainted omeprazole, used to treat acid reflux and indigestion, as part of a formula.

Health chiefs are withdrawing the medics from Farma-Química Sur SL, a Malaga-based pharmaceuticals company, out of circulation from July 11.

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Hair growth reportedly subsides when the babies stop taking the medicine.



Parents have been advised to seek medical help if their child has been given the formula.

At least 16 cases have been reported, 13 after the first batch and three after a second wave of the medicine.



Health chiefs believe the contamination could have affected up to 30 pharmacies and more than 50 batches.



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Farma-Química Sur has had its licence suspended and cannot manufacture, import or distribute drugs.

The pharmaceuticals company has a supplier in India, where it is believed the contamination was made at source, reports Granda Hoy.

Spanish authorities say that the issue is isolated to the formulas for children.

Adults taking similar meds need not worry about “werewolf syndrome”.



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Hypertrichosis is a rare condition was causes hair growth all over the body in excess.

It can develop from birth or be contacted later in life.

Treatment options are limited and can include laser removal.

People suffering the condition have previously been mistreated through history, including ending up in so-called freak shows.

