A recall alert has been issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services for Diamond Shruumz brand products after reports of severe illness in people who consumed them.
At least two people in Texas have reported illness after consuming the products, and one was hospitalized. Nationwide, 69 cases and 36 hospitalizations have been reported by 28 states as part of this outbreak.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration are investigating an outbreak of illnesses potentially connected to Diamond Shruumz brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies, DSHS stated.
The product reportedly contains a proprietary blend of mushrooms and may also contain undisclosed ingredients that might be linked to severe illness. They are sold at local smoke/vape shops, Amazon, and other online outlets.
DSHS has provided information about the recall to Texas retailers. If consumers have any of these products in their homes, they should discard them. The FDA investigation into what is causing the illnesses is ongoing. Information about the recalled products and photos of the packaging can be found in Prophet Premium Blends’ recall of all varieties of their Diamond Shruumz products.
People who have consumed the recalled products and are experiencing symptoms should seek medical attention immediately. The most severe symptoms include seizures, loss of consciousness, and respiratory failure. Other adverse effects reported include hallucinations, uncontrolled movements, fast or slow heart rate, high or low blood pressure, flushed skin, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, confusion, and sleepiness.
These products may appeal to children and teenagers. Parents and caregivers are asked to discuss the information about the recalled products with their children and take extra care to ensure these products are not consumed by younger people.