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What is Hydroxycut?
Hydroxycut is a popular line of weight loss and fat burning supplements.
Who manufactures & distributes Hydroxycut?
Hydroxycut products are manufactured by Iovate Health Sciences Inc., of Oakville, Ontario Canada and distributed by Iovate Health Sciences U.S.A., Inc. of Blasdell, NY.
What are the side effects of Hydroxycut?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported 23 cases of consumers experiencing liver-related problems with the use of Hydroxycut branded products. These cases ranged from jaundice and elevated liver enzymes, to liver damage requiring liver transplants. The FDA did have one confirmed death due to liver failure.
What are the symptoms of Liver Disease?
- Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin and the whites of your eyes
- Darkened urine
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Light-colored stools
- Abdominal pain in the upper right part of the stomach
- Unusual weight loss or weight gain
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
What actions have been taken?
On May 1, 2009, The FDA urged consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut branded products and Iovate Health Sciences USA, Inc. announced that they would voluntarily recall Hydroxycut branded products sold in the United States.
The list of products being voluntarily recalled by Iovate:
- Hydroxycut Rapid Release Regular Caplets
- Hydroxycut Hardcore Liquid Capsules
- Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Caplets
- Hydroxycut Max Caplets
- Hydroxycut Regular Drink Packet
- Hydroxycut Hardcore Drink Packet (Ignition Stix)
- Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Drink Packet
- Hydroxycut Max Drink Packet
- Hydroxycut Liquid Shot
- Hydroxycut Max Aqua Shed
- Hydroxycut Hardcore RTD
- Hydroxycut 24
- Hydroxycut Carb Control
- Hydroxycut Natural
Do you have a Hydroxycut claim?
The attorneys at Viles & Beckman, LLC are dedicated to help you get the justice you deserve. If you or a loved one has taken a Hydroxycut branded product and have experienced liver-related problems; Call Viles & Beckman, LLC at 1-800-64-VILES or fill out a free case review form today.