| Recall of Appetite Suppressant “Solo Slim” |
The FDA announced today the recall of appetite suppressants “Solo Slim” and “Solo Slim Extra Strength.” FDA lab analysis revealed that Solo Slim contains an undeclared drug ingredient, Didesmethyl Sibutramine. Sibutramine is an FDA-approved drug used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss. Sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients, and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke.
Solo Slim Extra Strength is packaged in a white plastic bottle with a blue screw-on cap, as pictured to the left. Each bottle contains 30 capsules, and bears UPC 8 35470 00220 5. All lots of these products with expiration dates including and prior to August 2013 currently available on the market are being recalled. The products were sold to distributors and retail stores nationwide, and on the internet.
Consumers should return the product immediately to the place of purchase for a full refund, and contact their physician if they have experienced any side effects as a result of taking the product.
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