According to the FDA, the popular Monster Energy Drinks have been cited in five deaths, along with one heart attack that was not fatal. The FDA is still investigating these reports. Monster Energy Drinks are typically sold in 24-ounce cans, and contain around 240 milligrams of caffeine – seven times the amount that is in a 12-ounce can of soda.
The product liability reports date back to 2004, but the company insists that the deaths are not necessarily linked to their energy drinks. The investigation has made headlines after the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit in California, alleging that a 14-year-old girl died after drinking two Monster Energy Drinks in 24 hours.
The autopsy report concluded that the girl died of caffeine toxicity that led to cardiac arrhythmia. The medical examiner also discovered that she had inherited a disorder that may have potentially weakened her blood vessels, leading to the death. The girl’s parents claim that Monster should have warned consumers about the potential risks of consuming their energy drinks.
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