On May 4, 2009, lovate Health Sciences Inc., of Oakville, Ontario, announced that it was recalling Hydroxycut products (listed below). The company’s action follows an FDA warning issued to consumers on May 1, 2009 stating that they should stop using Hydroxycut diet pills. The FDA directive came after the agency received 23 reports linking Hydroxycut to liver injuries.
Hydroxycut – Health Sciences, Inc.
Hydroxycut is manufactured by lovate Health Sciences Inc.. Lovate is based in Oakville, Ontario. Hydroxycut is distributed by lovate Health Sciences USA Inc. of Blasdell, N.Y.
Hydroxycut comes in various forms and is a dietary supplement that is marketed for weight-loss, as a fat burner, an as energy-enhancer, as a low carb diet aid, and for water loss. Hydroxycut is advertised as being made from natural ingredients. Because Hydroxycut is a dietary supplement, its manufacturers were not required to obtain FDA approval before marketing it. Before being pulled from the market, Hydroxycut reportedly accounts for almost 90 percent of the weight loss supplement market. Approximately 1 million bottles per year were sold before it was taken off the market.
Hydroxycut Liver Damage
As of April 2009, the FDA reportedly had received 23 reports of serious health issues including jaundice, elevated liver enzymes and Hydroxycut liver damage. The FDA reported one death allegedly stemming from liver failure. Additionally, the FDA also received reports of other health problems, including seizures and cardiovascular disorders. Symptoms of serious liver disease include:
Recalled Hydroxycut Products
Hydroxycut products contain a variety of ingredients and herbal extracts. Although the FDA has not yet determined which ingredients, dosages, or other factors may be responsible for the health risks, the Hydroxycut products currently being recalled by lovate include:
If you or a loved one has used Hydroxycut and suffered liver injuries, you may have a Hydroxycut lawsuit. Contact Bernstein Liebhard LLP at (877) 779-1414 or info@consumerinjurylawyers.com for a confidential and free case evaluation or visit our consumer advocacy website, www.ConsumerInjuryLawyers.com.
