Ephedra Legal Help.com - Frequently Asked Questions

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EPHEDRA LEGAL HELP FAQ

1. What is Ephedra used for?

Ephedrine is generally used as a decongestant in over the counter (OTC) cold drug remedies. Ephedra (ma huang) is commonly found in diet supplement weight-loss products. Ephedrine-containing products have been promoted for enhancement of athletic performance and sometimes for bodybuilding regimens. Ephedrine is also sold illegally as "herbal ecstasy" as promoting a euphoric state and to causing heightening of awareness and sexual sensations.

2. Is Ephedra actually a documented risk or threat to my health?

The FDA has reported approximately 40 deaths and over 1000 injuries with links to Ephedrine.

3. What type of symptoms should I watch out for with the use of Ephedrine or Ephedra?

This drug is frequently linked to episodes of anxiety, fever, vomiting, sleeplessness, migraines, memory loss, muscle injury, and high blood pressure. There are also serious reports of seizures, paranoid psychosis, kidney disease, convulsions, comas, heart arrhythmias heart attacks, intracranial bleeding, strokes and death.

4. Do Ephedra users have a right to compensation for health problems caused by Ephedra?

If you or a loved one has suffered physical damage dues to the use of Ephedra, you may be entitled to a large compensatory award. You should contact an Ephedra attorney to evaluate your rights.

5. What is wrongful death?

Laws that give survivors a cause of action against someone whose negligence resulted in the victim's death.

6. Who may collect the damages in a wrongful death lawsuit?

Generally, the heirs or the estate itself may be legally due monetary damages in a wrongful death. Your attorney will be able to advise you in your particular situation.

7.When should I see an attorney if I think I have a claim due to Ephedra?

You should see an attorney as soon as possible. Your legal rights may be lost if you miss the filing date provided by your state's statute of limitations.
 

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