While we know there are probably thousands of unapproved drug products being marketed in the US, many of which claim to be dietary supplements which have undeclared drugs in their composition, the danger of these products cannot be understated. Just search the web for erectile disfunction products, weigh loss products, products claiming to prevent, cure […]
The FDA issued a warning to consumers (here) that mole removal isn’t a DIY project and can be dangerous for a number of reasons. It warns that there is no FDA-approved OTC product for removing moles or skin tags. Unauthorized products, like those with a high‑level of salicylic acid, claiming to remove these lesions can […]
In a recent Consumer Update published on its website, the FDA provides a very brief history of the origin of thyroid treatments, noting that the first versions of thyroid replacement products were made from the glands of pigs or cows. The discussion moves on to describe the new generation (well, not too new) of synthetic […]
I marveled at the short sightedness of the Administration’s position to withdrawal the unapproved drug initiative to save the consumer money. Yes, there have been price increases when a firm has taken a previously unapproved drug product through the FDA approval system and the FDA forces the unapproved versions off the market. Firms need to […]
CBD products are available just about everywhere – you see them show up in gas stations, supermarkets, the internet, convenience stores, farm markets, and just about any place where things are sold. CBD appears in drinks, pastry, candy, as an oil, and is infused in just about anything that can be orally ingested, or in […]
