Australians who use tanning products containing 'melanotan' are at risk of serious health problems. These products include nasal sprays and other injectable and ingestible tanning products, and are being illegally promoted and I was minutes from death after taking 'Barbie drug' everyone needs to be warned IMB issues warning over tanning injections at salons or bought on internet The Irish Times Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration is urging consumers to not use tanning products containing a synthetic peptide called 'Melanotan'. The drug can cause serious side affects, such a kidney failure, chest pains, acne,