| U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
FDA News Release, Sep 5, 2001
Global Enterprises Recalls T3.
Contact: Paul Bodholt
979-218-5935
For Immediate Release
College Station, Texas, September 5, 2001 -- Global Enterprises is recalling
T3, a dietary supplement, because it contains tiratricol, also known
as triiodothyroacetic acid or TRIAC, a potent thyroid hormone that may cause
serious health consequences including heart attacks and strokes.
The T3 was distributed nationwide to retail stores and sold via
mail order. T3 is packaged in 90-count capsules in white bottles with
black labels. All lot numbers are affected by this recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date from T3. This recall is
being conducted with full knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration.
Global Enterprises urges all individuals who may have purchased this product,
or any product containing tiratricol, to stop using them immediately and, in
addition, to consult their health professional if they are experiencing any
adverse effects, which may include insomnia, nervousness, sweating, and
diarrhea.
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the place
of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Global
Enterprises at 979-218-5935
The FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. The FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.
The text in this article was prepared by the FDA Office of Public Affairs.