Gov't: Some Products Falsely Claim to Treat STDs
Agencies Warn Makers of Unproven Treatments for Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Two federal agencies are cracking down on bogus claims made by companies that tout their products as treatments, cures, or preventive medications for sexually transmitted diseases such as herpes, genital warts, and HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
The FDA and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a joint effort to remove “dangerous” products that make such claims, specifically, Medavir, Herpaflor, Viruxo, C-Cure, and Never An Outbreak.
Letters were sent to companies that make the products, warning that they are violating federal law because they have not been evaluated for safety and effectiveness by the FDA.
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Remember, although a healthy diet and nutritional supplements may improve immune function, reduce symptoms or support a quicker recovery, always consult your physician immediately for the treatment of sexually transmitted disease.
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