Hyaluronic acid supplements sold through Amazon in the United States are being recalled by the manufacturer after the FDA found they were contaminated with two over-the-counter drugs.
MXBBB is voluntarily recalling one lot of its umalic acid hyaluronic acid supplement after laboratory analysis revealed the presence of diclofenac and omeprazole.
Recall occurs after FDA warned three times This year, it urged customers not to buy Umaly products because they “may pose a health hazard” due to “potentially dangerous hidden drug ingredients not listed on the product label.” .
The recall involves a single lot of hyaluronic acid sold as 30 850 mg caplets. According to newsweekthis brand used to sell supplements on Amazon, but they are no longer available on the site. These were also available at retail stores and several other websites, including solovital.com.
Hyaluronic acid is found in foods such as garlic, beans, sweet potatoes, peanuts, onions, cabbage, spinach, apples, grapes, and berries.
When taken orally as a dietary supplement, it can relieve arthritis pain and moisturize the skin. It may also benefit the eyes, lungs, and bladder.
However, the diclofenac found in supplements is an NSAID, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. NSAIDs can increase your risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attack and stroke. It can also cause gastrointestinal problems such as bleeding, ulcer formation, and perforation of the stomach, which can be fatal.
It may also cause harmful interactions with other medications.
Omeprazole, on the other hand, is a proton pump inhibitor (commonly called a PPI) that is often used to treat acid reflux. It is sold under brand names such as Prilosec.
According to the FDA, “This hidden ingredient can mask stomach problems such as sores, ulcers, and stomach cancer, and may interact with other medications, so it should not be taken with certain medications.” You shouldn’t.”
Consumers who experience side effects are directed to complete the following: online form.
In June, FDA issued a warning Customers were urged not to purchase Umaly's products after laboratory analysis revealed drug contamination with two drugs.
They issued an additional warning in July and another in September, noting increased reports of side effects including stomach, heart and skin problems.
