The FDA has issued a warning instructing consumers to stop using Hydroxycut immediately due to the risk of severe injury to the liver.

The FDA says they have 23 reported cases of liver injury, including one death, connected to the popular dietary supplement. The product is also associated with seizures; cardiovascular disorders; and rhabdomyolysis, a type of muscle damage that can lead to other serious health problems such as kidney failure.

“The FDA urges consumers to discontinue use of Hydroxycut products in order to avoid any undue risk. Adverse events are rare, but exist. Consumers should consult a physician or other health care professional if they are experiencing symptoms possibly associated with these products,” said Linda Katz, M.D., interim chief medical officer of the FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.

Health care professionals and consumers are encouraged to report serious adverse events (side effects) or product quality problems to the FDA.

–Online: http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm
–Regular Mail: Use FDA postage paid form 3500 found at: http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm and mail to MedWatch, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787
–Fax: 800-FDA-0178
–Phone: 800-FDA-1088

For product refunds, consumers are directed to return their product directly to the place of purchase.

FDA Warns Consumers to Stop Using Hydroxycut Products [FDA]

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