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I keep watching the FDA legal action notices, hoping that they'll put the smackdown on parvaid. So far, I watch in vain. But I'll pass on another one to you, in case you know someone who still thinks it's a good idea to buy "natural dietary supplements" or homeopathic remedies from the internet.

http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm229358.htm
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Government takes action against Montana drug manufacturer
Company is charged with selling unapproved drugs

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that Toby McAdam and Greta Armstrong, doing business as Risingsun Health and The Center for Complimentary and Alternative Health of Livingston, Montana, have signed a consent decree that prohibits them from manufacturing and selling unapproved new drugs and adulterated or misbranded dietary supplements in violation of the law.

Prior to entry of the consent decree, Risingsun manufactured and distributed a variety of unapproved new drugs under names such as Black Salve, Cancema, and Can-Support. These products included topical salves purported to treat skin cancer, as well as oils and capsules claimed to be therapies for other serious diseases such as breast cancer, asthma, anemia, and epilepsy. These products were ineffective in treating the diseases they claim to treat. Risingsun characterized many of these unapproved new drugs as dietary supplements.

“The FDA will not tolerate unsubstantiated health or disease claims that may mislead customers,” said Deborah M. Autor, director of the Office of Compliance in FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. “The FDA is committed to ensuring that consumers do not become victims of false cures."

Under the consent decree, Risingsun agreed to stop making and selling unapproved new drugs and products with unauthorized health claims. Risingsun also agreed to hire an independent expert to review the claims made for future products and to certify that all violative claims have been omitted. The FDA can order Risingsun to stop manufacturing and distributing any product that fails to comply with the consent decree or the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). The consent decree also provides for damages to be assessed against Risingsun in the event of such violations.

The consent decree was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana today, October 13, 2010, and is subject to court approval.

Consumers should be aware that the products already manufactured and distributed by Risingsun have not been shown to be safe or effective. Individuals should not delay or avoid seeking legitimate medical treatment. Consumers are advised to consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns they have.



Right. So, FDA came in, said "You bastards! You're breaking the law!" and the people signed an agreement to stop breaking the law? What? No fines, no penalties, just shake a piece of paper and say "knock it off, would'ya?" I fail to see how signing a contract to say you'll follow the law serves a point; there's an understood contract that you'll follow the law when you started the damned business! (For that matter, when I got my business license, I DID have to sign something saying I would follow all pertinent laws, so wouldn't this be the second time they've had to do that, and already went ahead and disregarded the first? but maybe Montana is different?)


In related news, check out this site, it's... well, horrifying.
http://whatstheharm.net/naturopathy.html

Scroll down on this one for photo of nastynasty, directly related to the first article, since it was caused by one of the products they sell (though I don't think directly to this woman):
http://www.quackwatch.org/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/Cancer/eschar.html
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Slimming Beauty Bitter Orange Slimming Capsules: Undeclared Drug Ingredient

ISSUE: FDA notified consumers that Slimming Beauty Bitter Orange Slimming Capsules contain the active pharmaceutical ingredient sibutramine, a prescription-only drug which is a stimulant. Sibutramine is not listed on the product label and could harm consumers, especially those with cardiovascular conditions, because it can lead to elevated blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack. Consumers who are otherwise healthy and who take the amount of sibutramine found in Slimming Beauty capsules can experience anxiety, nausea, heart palpitations, a racing heart, insomnia, and elevated blood pressure. Sibutramine also may interact with other medications and can cause serious side effects.
BACKGROUND: Slimming Beauty is being sold over the Internet by Beautiful Health Inc., formerly LL Health and Beauty. Slimming Beauty sample packets also have been distributed by individuals at community events.
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Miracle Mineral Solution, Miracle Mineral Supplement, and MMS are all names for a product sold on the internet that, like many "miracle" products is crap. This one, however, is particularly crappy crap, what with turning into BLEACH if used as directed. Really not a good idea to drink this.
According to FDA experts, drinking the amount recommended on product labels can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and symptoms of severe dehydration. Some labels claim vomiting and diarrhea are not uncommon after the product is ingested—and even maintain such reactions are evidence MMS is working.


Seriously. On the list of low things you can do, selling poison and then telling people that the signs of toxicity mean the product is working is LOW.

Also, another recall for sneaky walnuts:

Rising Dough Bakery of Sacramento, California is voluntarily recalling all Rising Dough Brand Individual Wrapped Cranberry Muffins.

Consumers who have purchased the Rising Dough Bakery Cranberry Muffin are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-877-349-8900 (6-2:30 Pacific Time)
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I just followed a random internet ad again (yeah, I know, stop, right?). And this one! This one is DIFFERENT!!!!

Look! LOOK! It says:
"Keep your Pet Healthy: Have your pet checked at least twice a year by your veterinarian..." and

"Keep your Pet’s Eyes Clean: Hair in the eyes can cause infections and irritation. Eyelashes can grow at abnormal angles and rub on the eye. Check your pet’s eyes regularly. Also check for collected dust, stray hairs, and dried tears. Any foreign matter in the eye is likely to lead to tear stains.

Hygiene: Keep your pet’s eyes clean. Always wash your hands first before touching the area around their eyes. Wash your pet frequently. Always make sure you comb them first before washing to remove any knots or matt’s. Keep the shampoo out of their eyes to avoid irritation."

It gives reasonable and useful advice instead of using scare tactics and telling people vets are useless! Amazing!

Sadly, I think the product itself won't do much in the way of good, but if the people follow their advice to groom properly and clean the area daily, that'll work. And I see no way that the product could hurt--'tis just dried liver. So let us have a round of huzzahs for finding reasonable advice on an internet advert link! HUZZAH!

http://www.angelseyesonline.com/

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