Despite FDA Request, Consumer Alert, Firm Won't Recall Spiked Supplement
Executive Summary
FDA warns Wave Miami that its Lipro Dietary Capsule weight loss product contains tadalafil and the firm has not recalled it despite requests from the agency. FDA says the firm makes claims including helping users lose 30 pounds in 30 days.
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