IV drips used for "detoxification" actually filled with toxins; dozens poisoned
Summary
Over 30 people in four U.S. states became sick after receiving intravenous (IV) drips containing glutathione at wellness clinics. The drips were made from glutathione meant for oral supplements, not for injection, leading to bacterial toxin poisoning.Key Facts
- Dozens of people in Texas, Washington, Florida, and New York got sick after IV glutathione treatments.
- The glutathione used was labeled as a dietary supplement but was injected, which is unsafe.
- Bacterial endotoxins in the glutathione caused symptoms like fever, chills, headache, nausea, and severe reactions.
- Three compounding pharmacies in Texas recalled their glutathione IV products following the illness reports.
- At least three people were hospitalized, with one in critical condition requiring intensive care.
- The FDA and CDC are investigating and expect more cases as the problem continues.
- This is not the first incident; a similar glutathione IV poisoning happened in 2019.
- Glutathione is a natural antioxidant but has no FDA-approved injectable form and limited evidence of benefits for the uses promoted by wellness clinics.
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