Nobetes...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Nobetes Corporation, maker of Nobetes pills, which were advertised to treat diabetes. The pills, which contained a mixture of vitamins, minerals, and plant extracts, continued to be advertised on TV, radio, Facebook and Youtube even after warnings from the FTC and FDA. 

The complaint alleges, amongst other things:

• Misusing credit card information
• Presenting a paid actor as a “medical expert”
• Failing to disclose that product endorsers were provided with free product

The proposed settlement has the company paying $182,000, which may be used to provide refunds to consumers.