FDA Takes “Historic Action” Against E-Cigarette Makers and Sellers

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By Mike Barrett

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on September 12 warned 5 e-cigarette manufacturers, including Juul, that they have 2 months to figure out how they’ll prove to the agency that they’ve taken steps to prevent the sale of their products to young people. [1]

Experts say there has been an “epidemic” rise in teen use of e-cigarettes, which are typically sold with liquid nicotine that comes in a variety of tantalizing flavors that appeal to young people.

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb warned the FDA could take the step of requiring companies to:

  • Change their sales and marketing practices
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