Makers of Airborne Settle FTC Charges of Deceptive Advertising:
Consumers Have Until September 15 to Apply for Refunds
According to the FTC’s complaint, there is no competent and
reliable scientific evidence to support the claims made by the defendants that Airborne tablets can
prevent or reduce the risk of colds, sickness, or infection; protect against or help fight germs; reduce
the severity or duration of a cold; and protect against colds, sickness, or infection in crowded places
such as airplanes, offices, or schools. A class action settlement provides refunds for purchases of
Airborne-branded products (including Airborne Effervescent Health Formula, Airborne On-the-Go,
Airborne Power Pixies, Airborne Nighttime, Airborne Jr., Airborne Gummis, and Airborne Seasonal
Relief) made between May 1, 2001 and November 29, 2007. More information on the Wilson settlement, eligibility requirements, and procedures for filing a claim online or by mail can be found at www.airbornehealthsettlement.com. Consumers have until September 15, 2008 to apply for a refund for up to six product purchases.
Read
more...
