Table 6.

Consumers’ experience with adverse reactions associated with the use of counterfeit lifestyle products.

Criteria			n		Frequency, %
Experience of an adverse effect from products purchased online
	Yes	23		7.19
	No	297		92.81
Were the side effects stated in the products’ information leaflet
	Yes	17		5.31
	No	258		80.6
	No label	45		14.1
Types of adverse effects experienced
	Skin reactions (allergy, rash, itching, swelling)	15		4.69
	Increased blood pressure	2		0.63
	Increased heart rate	2		0.63
	Eye infection	1		0.31
	Urinary tract infection	1		0.31
	Nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal disturbances	8		2.5
	Appetite suppression	1		0.31
Reported adverse effects
	Yes	4		1.25
	No	143		44.7
Receipt of treatment for adverse effects
	Yes	1		0.31
	No	22		6.88
Extent of harm resulting from counterfeit product
	Very mild	15		4.69
	Mild	33		10.3
	Average	31		9.69
	Harmful	83		25.9
	Lethal	158		49.4