Breaking News FDA Warns Consumers to Stop Using Weight-Loss Pill Hydroxycut

Liver Damage




WASHINGTON — Government health officials are announcing the recall of popular weight loss pill Hydroxycut, after reports of liver damage and other health problems.

Food and Drug Administration officials said Friday the manufacturer of Hydroxycut has launched a nationwide recall of the dietary supplement, used by people trying to shed pounds and by body builders to sharpen their muscles.

Hydroxycut is advertised as made from natural ingredients. It accounts for about 90 percent of the market for weight loss supplements, with sales of about 1 million bottles a year.

Dietary supplements are not as tightly regulated by the government as medications. Manufacturers don't need FDA approval ahead of time before marketing their products.

Last Edited by Cunning_linguist on 05/01/2009 11:29 AM

Amazing that they are just recalling that now. We've known about health issues with this for years now.