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law firm of Brown & Crouppen has years of experience in dealing with product
liability issues, and has recovered substantial amounts of money for people who
have suffered from Ephedra use.
Ephedra is an herbal supplement
used in many diet pills, and works by stimulating the central nervous system,
much like adrenaline and caffeine. While advocates say the herb helps people
lose weight, the Food and Drug Administration is concerned about the increasing
number of health problems and deaths linked to the popular herb. Because
products containing Ephedra are marketed as dietary supplements, there is little
or no pre-market review by the FDA of their safety or effectiveness, no useful
dosing information, and no monitoring or advice. Some health hazards associated
with Ephedra use:
- High blood pressure
- Irregular heartbeat and
heart palpitations
- Nerve damage
- Insomnia nervousness and
dizziness
- Gastrointestinal distress
and hepatitis
- Psychosis
- Tremors, headaches and
seizures
- Heart attack and stroke
- Death
Ephedra is also known by
several other names. It might be listed on the ingredients label as:
- Ephedra sinica, Ephedra
extract, Ephedra herb powder
- Ma huang or ma huang extract
- Epitonin
- Ephedrine
- Chinese Ephedra
- Pseudoephedrine and
norpseudoephedrine
It is estimated that from 4-15
million Americans take Ephedra products. If you are using a product containing
ephedrine, ma huang or Ephedra and have experienced any of the symptoms listed
above, please see your health care professional immediately and discontinue use
of the product until you get advice from your doctor.
The attorneys of Brown & Krouppen represent
victims of medication errors, pharmaceutical mistakes and medical malpractice.
If you or someone you care about has suffered injury due to the adverse effects
of any medication or a mistake by a doctor or pharmacist,
please contact our offices immediately for a free consultation,
or call Toll Free: 866-991-4700 to investigate your right to file suit against the
manufacturer or supplier of these products.
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