Table of contents
- Latest Japan Weight Loss Blue Lawsuit Updates
- April 3, 2012: FDA Warns About Sibling Pills
- February 18, 2012: FDA Advises Against Japan Weight Loss Blue
- What Is Sibutramine?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Reported Injuries or Damages
- Recall and Regulatory Background
- Evidence to Preserve
- Filing Deadlines
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What Should I Do If I Took Japan Weight Loss Blue?
- What Does the Research Say About Sibutramine?
- Does the FDA Say Phenolphthalein Is Genotoxic?
- Does Japan Weight Loss Blue Contain Sibutramine?
Japan Weight Loss Blue is a weight loss product that drew an FDA warning on February 18, 2012, when the agency advised consumers not to purchase or use it. It was sold on various websites, including Vitaminbestbuy.com.
On April 3, 2012, the FDA warned of hidden sibutramine in sibling Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills Yellow, which are distributed by Xiushentang.
Anyone who took these pills should stop using them and ask a doctor about their health. No lawsuit, class action or MDL names Japan Weight Loss Blue.
Latest Japan Weight Loss Blue Lawsuit Updates
April 3, 2012: FDA Warns About Sibling Pills
On April 3, 2012, the FDA issued public notifications on Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills Yellow and Green, both distributed by Xiushentang. Yellow contains sibutramine and phenolphthalein, and Green contains undeclared phenolphthalein [1, 2].
The FDA told consumers to stop using these products and throw them away. It said anyone with negative side effects should consult a health care professional.
February 18, 2012: FDA Advises Against Japan Weight Loss Blue
On February 18, 2012, the FDA advised consumers not to purchase or use Japan Weight Loss Blue. ConsumerLab posted the advice on February 22, 2012 [3].
What Is Sibutramine?
According to AFP, sibutramine is a weight loss agent found in the drug Meridia [4]. The FDA calls it a controlled substance that was removed from the market in October 2010 for safety reasons.
The FDA found sibutramine in Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills Yellow. It says sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients.
Who May Be Affected?
People who bought or took Japan Weight Loss Blue may be affected. So may people who took the sibling Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills Yellow or Green, sold on sites such as eBay and Amazon.
The FDA says sibutramine may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke. People with those conditions who used these pills may have more reason for concern.
Whether any person has a claim depends on individual facts. Only an individual legal review can say, and it does not promise eligibility or a result.
Reported Injuries or Damages
No injury claims or counts have been reported for Japan Weight Loss Blue. The warnings come from regulators, not from a court.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills Yellow contains sibutramine and phenolphthalein. The FDA said the product poses a threat to consumers because of sibutramine.
The FDA also lists phenolphthalein, a suspected cancer-causing agent, in the Yellow and Green products. These findings do not show that any pill caused a particular person’s injury.
Recall and Regulatory Background
The FDA’s April 3, 2012 notices cover the Yellow and Green pills. A regulator warning does not establish liability for any company.
Evidence to Preserve
Keep records that show what you bought, when you took it and how your health changed. Useful items include:
- The product and packaging, with the label and any lot information
- The website, order confirmations and receipts showing where and when it was bought
- Photographs of the pills and packaging
- Medical records, blood pressure readings and doctor visits after use
- A record of symptoms and their dates
- Communications with the seller
Filing Deadlines
Filing deadlines come from state law and differ by state. They depend on where you live and when the exposure, illness or injury and its diagnosis happened.
Once the filing date for a Japan Weight Loss Blue claim passes, the claim may be over, however strong the facts. Talk with a lawyer promptly to learn which date applies to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Should I Do If I Took Japan Weight Loss Blue?
If you took Japan Weight Loss Blue and had side effects, see a health care professional as soon as possible. You can also report adverse events to the FDA MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm.
What Does the Research Say About Sibutramine?
The research on sibutramine points to serious heart risk. AFP reported that Meridia, a weight loss drug containing sibutramine, was withdrawn because it boosted the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Does the FDA Say Phenolphthalein Is Genotoxic?
The FDA says phenolphthalein is genotoxic, meaning it can damage or cause mutations to DNA. That finding comes from its notices on Yellow and Green, and none tested Japan Weight Loss Blue.
Does Japan Weight Loss Blue Contain Sibutramine?
Japan Weight Loss Blue contains sibutramine and ephedrine alkaloids, according to an AFP report of April 5, 2012. The FDA notices cover only the Yellow and Green pills, and none tested Japan Weight Loss Blue.