The attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are alerting consumers that as of May 1, 2009, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers to immediately stop using Hydroxycut products. Hydroxycut products, which are dietary supplements manufactured by Iovate Health Sciences, Inc., have been linked to serious liver injuries and at least one death.
This warning was issued after the FDA received 23 reports of serious health problems attributed to Hydroxycut use. The health problems reported include jaundice, elevated liver enzymes, and liver damage. In some cases, the liver damage was so severe that a liver transplant was required. Liver injury occurred even when victims were not exceeding the dosage recommended on the bottle. In addition, one death due to liver failure has been reported to the FDA. Other health problems linked to Hydroxycut use include seizures, cardiovascular disorders, and rhabdomyolysis.
Although the serious liver problems suffered by some Hydroxycut users appear to be rare, anyone taking these products could be at risk. As a result, Iovate has agreed to recall the following Hydroxycut products from the market:
· Hydroxycut Regular Rapid Release Caplets
· Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Rapid Release Caplets
· Hydroxycut Hardcore Liquid Caplets
· Hydroxycut Max Liquid Caplets
· Hydroxycut Regular Drink Packets
· Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Drink Packets
· Hydroxycut Hardcore Drink Packets (Ignition Stix)
· Hydroxycut Max Drink Packets
· Hydroxycut Liquid Shots
· Hydroxycut Hardcore RTDs (Ready-to-Drink)
· Hydroxycut Max Aqua Shed
· Hydroxycut 24
· Hydroxycut Carb Control
· Hydroxycut Natural
Jaundice and brown urine are common symptoms of liver disease. Other symptoms include nausea, vomiting, light-colored stools, unusual tiredness, weakness, stomach pain, or loss of appetite. If you have used Hydroxycut and are experiencing any of these symptoms, you should see your healthcare provider as soon as possible. In addition, Morgan & Morgan’s Hydroxycut lawyers are offering a free legal consultation for victims who are interested in learning more about their legal rights.
For more information about the Hydroxycut recall, visit http://www.forthepeople.com/hydroxycut_recall.htm. If you have developed liver damage or other serious health problems that you believe are related to the use of Hydroxycut, you may be entitled to compensation. Fill out the free case evaluation form on the right side of the page to learn how Morgan & Morgan’s Hydroxycut lawyers can help you.
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