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Berkley Jensen Cold and Flu Medicines
Case Name (Date)
Rothberg et al. v. BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.
22-cv-4511, E.D.N.Y.
(Aug. 2022)
Product/Service
Berkley Jensen over-the-counter cold and flu medicines
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing medicines as “non-drowsy” when the active ingredient (dextromethorphan hydrobromide) causes drowsiness
Status
Pending
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