A dietary supplement, also known as a food supplement or nutritional supplement, is a substance intended to provide nutrients to your diet that are otherwise missing. Some dietary supplements, however, may be harmful because of manufacturer defect or other act of negligence. Some dietary supplements linked to adverse health effects include Hydroxycut, Ephedra and Comfrey.
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The ingredients in dietary supplements must include one or any combination of the following:
In the United States, a dietary supplement is defined under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA) as a product that is intended to supplement the diet.
Dietary supplements may be found in many forms, including tablets, softgels, liquids or powders. If they are found in other forms, such as a bar, label information must not indicate the product is a conventional food item.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates dietary supplements as food, not as drugs. Every supplement must be labeled a dietary supplement. Some dangerous dietary supplements, like dangerous drugs, can have deadly consequences for consumers.
Some supplements have caused serious illnesses, including death, resulting in wrongful death lawsuits.
At the Law Offices of Jeff Martin, serving Tulsa and communities in Oklahoma, an experienced dietary supplements attorney can help if you or a loved one has suffered an injury as a result of taking any drug or supplement. Contact us. Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay unless we win. Call us today in Tulsa area at 728-8888 or use our toll free number 800-980-9205.
