27226. Misbranding of Anogren.     U. S. v. S3 Packages of Anogen.     Consent decree
of condemnation.    Product released under bond for relabeling.     (F. & D.
no. 37742.    Sample no. 68327-B.)
The labeling of this article bore false and fraudulent representations regarding 
its curative or therapeutic effects.
On May 19, 1936, the United States attorney for the Southern District of 
Ohio, acting upon a report by the Secretary of Agriculture, filed in the district 
court a libel praying seizure and condemnation of 33 packages of Anogen at 
Cincinnati, Ohio, alleging that it had been shipped in interstate commerce on 
or about February 28, 1936, by Anogen, Inc., from New York, N. Y., and that 
it was misbranded in violation of the Food and Drugs Act as amended.
Analysis of the article showed that it consisted essentially of furfural.
It was alleged to be misbranded in that the following statement* regarding 
its curative or therapeutic effects, borne on the bottle label and carton and 
contained in a circular enclosed in the carton, were false and fraudulent: (Bot- 
tle, carton, and circular) "For Delayed Menstruation"; (circular) "Delayed 
menstrual periods are a source of worry and in many instances may be the 
cause of general ill health to women. Delayed periods are frequently caused 
by common colds, influenza, wet feet, prolonged chilling, cold water drenching, 
exhaustion, nervous strain or shock. Anogen, a recent discovery, is a prepara- 
tion for delayed menstruation. halogens is * * * efficacious. This has 
been proven by experiment and tests made under the supervision of recognized 
physicians and chemists. * * * If results are not obtained dtiring first day, 
follow same directions the second day * * * and if necessary, the third 
day."
On March 30, 1937, Ancgen, Inc., claimant, having consented to the entry 
of a decree, judgment of condemnation was entered, and the product was or- 
dered released under bond conditioned that it be relabeled under the supervision 
of this Department.
H. A. WAIXACE, Secretary of Agriculture.