FDA: Using fat-dissolving injections that aren't FDA approved can be harmful

Fat-dissolving injections that aren't FDA approved are being marketed and sold online under brand names such as Aqualyx, Lipodissolve, Lipo Lab, Kabelline, and others. Sellers of fat-dissolving injections have claimed their products reduce fat deposits in areas of the body such as the chin, back, thighs, upper arms, and stomach. FDA has received reports about consumers who experienced adverse reactions such as permanent scars, serious infections, skin deformities, cysts, and deep, painful knots after receiving unapproved fat-dissolving injections. Tap for details ...