CATrends: Hand Sanitizers Marketed to Prevent Disease
The bottom line: Only FDA-approved drugs can be marketed to prevent disease.
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Germ-X Moisturizing Original Hand Sanitizer
Allegations: Falsely advertising that products contain 62% ethyl alcohol, “kill[] 99.99% of germs,” and “kill[] germs in 15 seconds”
Swan Hydrogen Peroxide
Allegations: Falsely marketing that the product treats and prevents the risk
Several Brands of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxatives
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products may contain a dangerous substance that increases the risk of serious adverse health consequences and death
Vi-Jon Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain a harmful substance and may increase the risk of contracting invasive infections
Store-Brand Hand Sanitizers
Several Store-Brand Hand Sanitizers