Nearly 50,000 Claire's Packages Recalled; More ED Drugs In Supplements
Executive Summary
Three makeup products tainted with asbestos Claire Stores recalled after initially refusing FDA's request, and second and third recalls of tattoo ink in 2019 are among health, beauty and wellness product recalls listed in agency's latest updates. FDA also ED drug sildenafil in another product marketed as a dietary supplement.
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