Published by Legal Actions Involving Esmeralda might be a viable path for those who have suffered harm from consuming this diet pill. Recent discoveries reveal that Esmeralda contains substances such as sibutramine and/or phenolphthalein, rendering its sale as a nutritional supplement unlawful. Esmeralda’s adverse reactions could range from seizures and heart attacks to arrhythmias, strokes, and abrupt fatalities.
Free Confidential Case Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been injured by Esmeralda, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a suit against the manufacturer of Esmeralda and we can help.
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Esmeralda Weight Loss Pill Recalled by FDA
On March 25, 2014, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a nationwide recall [1] for all lots of Esmeralda softgels to the user level after the product was found to contain the undeclared active ingredients sibutramine and/or phenolphthalein.
Sibutramine is an appetite suppressant that was banned from the U.S. in 2010 after it was found to increase the risk of seizures, heart attacks, arrhythmia and strokes. Phenolphthalein is a substance that was previously used in over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives, but because of concerns of carcinogenicity, it is no longer approved for marketing in the U.S.
According to the FDA:
“These undeclared ingredients make these products unapproved new drugs for which safety and efficacy have not been established. At this time no illnesses or injuries have been reported to New Life Nutritional Center in connection with these products.”
What is Esmeralda?
Esmeralda is used as a weight loss pill, and is packaged in 30 capsule bottles. All lots of this supplement are affected by the recall. New Life Nutritional Center, the company that makes Esmeralda, distributed the product through retail sales and over the Internet to customers in New York, New Jersey, Louisiana, Texas, Virginia and Massachusetts.
Side Effects of Esmeralda
Serious side effects of Esmeralda may include:
- seizure
- heart attack
- arrhythmia
- stroke
- sudden death
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FDA Recommendation
According to the FDA, New Life Nutritional Center is notifying its customers of the Esmeralda recall via letter. If you have purchased Esmeralda weight loss pills, you should discontinue use immediately and return any remaining supplies to the manufacturer immediately. Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of Esmeralda may be reported directly to the FDA.
FAQs
1. What Is the Esmeralda Lawsuit About?
The Esmeralda Lawsuit involves claims related to the Esmeralda project, focusing on allegations of environmental violations and potential health risks to local communities.
2. Who Are the Main Parties Involved in the Esmeralda Lawsuit?
The main parties involved in the Esmeralda lawsuit include the company responsible for the Esmeralda project and the affected communities or environmental groups raising the claims.
3. What Are the Potential Outcomes of the Esmeralda Lawsuit?
The potential outcomes of the Esmeralda lawsuit could include financial compensation for affected parties, mandates for environmental cleanup, or changes to the operations of the Esmeralda project.
Do I have an Esmeralda Lawsuit?
The Product Liability & Defective Drug Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Esmeralda Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new Esmeralda injury and death cases in all 50 states.
Free Esmeralda Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been injured by Esmeralda, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing an Esmeralda Suit and we can help.