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ARMRA Colostrum
Case Name (Date)
Petros et al. v. Rahal Biosciences, Inc.
24-cv-3182, S.D.N.Y.
(April 2024)
Product/Service
ARMRA Colostrum dietary supplements
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as “research-backed” to provide various health benefits – including “strengthen[ing] immunity,” “fortify[ing] gut health,” and “activat[ing] hair growth” – without adequate scientific evidence to support such claims
Failing to include mandated disclaimers with disease treatment claims, in violation of FDA regulations
Status
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.
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