The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has issued a warning to consumers to avoid more than two dozen weight loss products because they contain undeclared ingredients that could pose serious health risks. The products claim to contain only “natural” or “herbal” ingredients, but in fact contain undeclared ingredients such as anti-seizure medication to suspected carcinogens.
For example, the FDA analysis of these weight loss products found unlisted ingredients such as sibutramine (a controlled substance), rimonabant (a drug not approved for sale in the U.S.), phenytoin (an anti-seizure medication), and phenolphthalein (a suspected cancer-causing agent). In addition, some of the amounts of active listed ingredients greatly exceed FDA recommended levels, putting consumers’ health at risk.
Some of the dangerous weight loss products identified by the FDA are: Fatloss Slimming, Japan Lingzhi 24 Hours Diet, 7 Day Herbal Slim, 999 Fitness Essence, Imelda Perfect Slim, Perfect Slim, ProSlim Plus, Slim Express 360, Superslim, Venom Hyperdrive 3.0, Slim Waist Formula, Sana Plus, Slim Burn, Slim 3 in 1 Extra Slim Waist Formula, 2 Day Diet Slim Advance, Meili, Cosmo Slim, Body Creator and 21 Double Slim.
The FDA advises consumers who have used any of these products to stop taking them immediately and consult their doctors. The FDA is also seeking to have the products recalled.
If you have purchased any of these weight loss products, please contact us to discuss your legal options.