Ovulation Test Kits
Allegations: Falsely advertising the accuracy of ovulation test kits
Walgreens Cough Medicines with DXM
Case Name (Date)
Hall et al. v. Walgreens Boots Alliances, Inc. and Walgreen Co.
22-cv-24, N.D. Ill.
(Jan. 2022)
Product/Service
Walgreens cough medicines with dextromethorphan hydrobromide (DXM)
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing medicines as “non-drowsy” when the active ingredient in them causes drowsiness
Status
Pending
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Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat nasal congestion
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Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as nasal decongestants
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Walgreens Severe Cold & Flu
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Allegations: Falsely marketing products as decongestants
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Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as decongestants
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Several Brands of Flushable Wipes
Theranos’s Blood Tests Using Edison Devices
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