Limbrel Linked to Liver Problems

A new study links a “medical food” called Limbrel — used to treat osteoarthritis of the knee — to liver disease.

Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine analyzed 877 incidents of liver injury and found that four were connected to Limbrel, according to HealthDay.

The maker of Limbrel, Primus Pharmaceuticals Inc., states that the main ingredient of the drug is bioflavonoids, specifically catechins and baicalin, which are plant elements. The drug maker also states that Limbrell aids in improving mobility and relieving joint stiffness and discomfort related to arthritis, according to HealthDay.

The authors of the study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, noted that they were unsure why the drug caused liver problems but believe some of its chemicals may be the culprit. They also said that the current policy of allowing medical food to enter the market without being subjected to clinical trials may need to be revised due to the popularity and potential risk factors of the products.

Symptoms of liver injury include fatigue, nausea, and yellow skin.

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