Statement Issued by Pharma M S.A.L.

In response to certain articles and media reports, as well as recent posts on various social media platforms concerning the dietary supplements produced by Pharma M S.A.L., which included inaccurate information and false allegations lacking any scientific or legal basis, the company hereby states the following to the public:

1. Pharma M categorically and unequivocally rejects the defamatory and misleading content found in the aforementioned publications. The company considers such publications a coordinated media campaign aimed at ruining its reputation and intentionally harming its market standing in the local industry, as part of doubtful promotional efforts serving the interests of competitors who fail to observe even the most basic principles of fair and lawful competition.

• The company affirms its full commitment to complying with all applicable laws and regulations, especially those issued by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health and other relevant regulatory bodies, with respect to the manufacturing and packaging of nutritional and health supplements. The company is regularly and systematically subject to inspection and oversight, and it fully adheres to all approved health and technical standards, including quality assurance, general hygiene, and the safety of raw materials used.

• Pharma M highly values the professionalism and diligence demonstrated by the Minister of Public Health, his team, and the relevant administrative and technical committees in addressing the aforementioned claims. The company expresses its full confidence in the ministry’s performance of its regulatory duties in accordance with applicable laws and proper administrative procedures.

• The company warns all local and international media outlets, as well as users of social media platforms, that the publication or dissemination, whether direct or indirect, of any information related to its products without a legitimate scientific or legal basis constitutes a clear violation of applicable laws and regulations. Such actions expose the perpetrators to legal liability for offence, libel, slander, and participation in a deliberate media disinformation campaign. The company has instructed its legal advisors to take all necessary legal action before the competent authorities against any party found to be involved in spreading false information or inciting against the company and its products.

• Finally, Pharma M assures its valued consumers that all of its products are safe, effective, and fully compliant with all applicable standards and specifications. All raw materials used in production are exclusively imported from leading global manufacturers who hold internationally recognized certifications. The company urges the public to remain cautious and avoid falling prey to malicious rumors that lack any reliable scientific evidence. Pharma M also reaffirms its full openness and willingness to cooperate with any transparent investigation conducted under the supervision of competent official and judicial authorities.