What happened
Original notice title
Up Inya Gear MARCS-CMS 553138, June 07, 2018
From the archived source record
In addition, the Federal Trade Commission has reviewed your marketing claims for “Crossroads Wellness Beverage” for potential violations of Sections 5 and 12 of the FTC Act [15 U.S.C. §§ 45(a) and 52]. I don't need pharmacotherapy or alot [sic] of the physc [sic] meds because I drink Crossroads.” Testimonial video from Jerry Miller, Recovering Drug Addict: “[UpInya Beverages founder Bill Houck] said he had something to help me . . . . A drug is misbranded under section 502(f)(1) of the FD&C Act [21 U.S.C. 352(f)(1)] if the drug fails to bear adequate directions for its intended use(s). Accordingly, “Crossroads Wellness Beverage” fails to bear adequate directions for its intended uses and, therefore, the product is misbranded under section 502(f)(1) of the FD&C Act [21 U.S.C. § 352(f)(1)]. The introduction or delivery for introduction into interstate commerce of misbranded drugs violates section 301(a) of the FD&C Act [21 U.S.C. § 331(a)]. The violations cited in this letter are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of violations that exist in connection with your product. You are responsible for investigating and determining the causes of the violations identified above and for preventing their recurrence or the occurrence of other violations. You should take prompt action to correct the violations cited in this letter. Failure to promptly correct these violations may result in legal action without further notice, including, without limitation, seizure and/or injunction. Violations of the FTC Act may result in legal action in the form of a Federal District Court Injunction or an Administrative Order and may require that you pay money back to consumers. If you believe that your products are not in violation of the FD&C Act or the FTC Act, include your reasoning and any supporting information for our consideration.
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- Historical warning letter; closeout not established by annual index
- Source checked
- Jul 16, 2026
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