K-Y Lubricants
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain PFAS
Mucinex Maximum Strength Sinus-Max Severe Congestion & Pain
Case Name (Date)
Striegel et al. v. RB Health (US), LLC
23-cv-20552, D.N.J.
(Sept. 2023)
Product/Service
Mucinex Maximum Strength Sinus-Max Severe Congestion & Pain
Allegations
Falsely marketing that medicines treat congestion and other sinus issues when the active ingredient (phenylephrine) is not an effective decongestant
Status
Pending
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