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Alli Lawsuits
The over-the-counter weight loss drug Alli, which contains orlistat, has been linked with reports of serious and potentially life-threatening liver damage. In August 2009, the FDA initiate a safety review of the potential Alli side effects to determine if there is a direct relationship between reports of liver injury and diet drugs containing orlistat. [...]
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Meridia Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Leads to New Warnings
An ongoing review of the side effects of Meridia, a prescription weight-loss drug that has been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and strokes in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease, has led the FDA to warn against its use for people suffering from heart problems.
FDA Warns of Fake Alli Weight Loss Pills
The FDA has issued a warning to consumers about counterfeit Alli weight loss pills sold on the internet, which contain a different active ingredient that could react badly with other medications.
Meridia Recall Urged by Consumer Group Public Citizen
The prominent consumer advocacy group Public Citizen has filed another petition with the FDA calling for a Meridia recall, citing additional information from a recent study that found the weight-loss drug may increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular problems.
Meridia Side Effects Being Reviewed by FDA for Risk of Heart Problems
The FDA has begun an expedited review into potential side effects of Meridia, a weight loss drug that may cause a higher number of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks, strokes, resuscitated cardiac arrest or death.
Xenical, Alli Side Effects Being Reviewed by FDA for Potential Liver Injury
The FDA issued an early communication Monday about an ongoing safety review of potential liver side effects of Alli and Xenical, two weight-loss drugs that contain orlistat. Reports of liver injury among users of oslistat drugs are being reviewed to determine if there is a direct relationship between the liver damage and Alli or [...]
FDA Warns of Weight Loss Pills and Dietary Supplements with Undeclared Drugs
The FDA has issued an alert to notify consumers not to purchase over 25 different weight loss pills, some of which are marketed as dietary supplements. These products, which are being sold in retail stores and through the internet, contain undeclared, active pharmaceutical ingredients which could pose serious health risks.
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