New hangover pill to 'rapidly break down booze' goes on sale in the UK today

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READ MORE: Horror British beer drought looming with another brewery announcing strikeNow a groundbreaking new hangover pill has gone on the market today and it's the ultimate cure after a big night out.It promises to "rapidly break down alcohol" – and it costs just £1.Myrkl is a pre-drinking tablet which prides itself on being "the first product in history to break down alcohol effectively".The food supplement, which is 100% natural and vegan, costs £30 for a pack of 30 pills.It was invented back in 1990 by scientist Johan de Faire and has now been "perfected over 30 years of research and design".People must take two pills before drinking, either at least one hour before or any time up to 12 hours before the session.Up to 70% of booze is then broken down after 60 minutes with the product claiming to support immunity.According to NHS guidelines, men and women are advised to not drink more than 14 units a week on a regular basis.The Myrkl website said: "It helps breaking down alcohol fast before it reaches the liver."It is not suited and aimed to alleviate the impact of excess alcohol consumption."Myrkl must never be an excuse to drink more and you should always limit your consumption within the government guidelines."Håkan Magnusson, chief executive officer at Myrkl, said the product would help people feel "their best" the next day."Moderate social drinking is a huge part of Brit culture, with the majority heading out to enjoy a few drinks together," Håkan said."Myrkl's purpose is therefore to help those regular moderate drinkers to wake up feeling their best the next day."Want all the biggest Lifestyle news straight to your inbox?