CHANGE.ORG Petition: Clear Labeling for Drugs and Supplements
- Lena Tieu
- Apr 25, 2021
- 3 min read
Updated: May 22
How many times have you picked up a medication bottle and thought to yourself, “I wish I knew what these ingredients were or where they came from.” If you sign this petition, we will fight for your wish with the FDA and the manufacturers. This is what we bring to you this Earth Day!
Why is this important?
Going vegan is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint on the environment, but it can be very tricky to discern which products have animal-derived ingredients. Nearly 3 out of 4 medications contain animal-derived ingredients. However, many consumers are not aware of this due to poor labeling standards. The lack of transparency for medications that contain animal-derived ingredients can be harmful to the plant-based community. Whether you are Muslim, Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, Seventh-Day Adventist, Swaminarayan or simply care about the well-being of animals, we are here to help you make the right decision for your medications and supplements.
Most people are not aware!
We believe that it is unreasonable to expect consumers to know the highly technical names for ingredients used in healthcare products. For example, a consumer should not be expected to know that icosapent ethyl is the same as fish oil. In a study of 100 patients, 84% reported not knowing that several medications contained ingredients derived from animal sources. Alternatives usually exist for these medications, be it a different product or through compounding, but these alternatives need to be widely known, labeled, and distributed.
Our Call to Action
Clearly label if ingredients used for drugs and supplements are Animal Free.
Replace animal-derived ingredients with plant-based/synthetic ingredients when alternatives exist.
When you sign this change.org petition, Pill Clarity will:
Send a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Medicines Agency (EMA) demanding policies around clearer labeling
Send a letter to pharmaceutical companies and manufacturers to clearly label “animal-free” products and use non-animal derived ingredients when possible.
For more background information and details about the current regulatory status, you can click here.
Thank you for contributing to this movement. We encourage you to share this petition with your friends using the social link share buttons below.
Disclaimer: The product and/or information provided on Pill Clarity is of a general nature and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not lab test the products to confirm that they are free from animal ingredients, and it is possible that the formulation and ingredients could have changed. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or product. The information provided in this post is accurate and up to date as of the date it was written. However, please note that circumstances and facts may change over time, and new information may become available that could alter the accuracy or relevance of the content. We encourage readers to verify and cross-reference any information provided here with trusted sources or consult relevant professionals for the most current and accurate updates.
Transparent medical information is a fundamental human right—your support helps keep this vital service alive.
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Thank you for your awareness and concern for animal-derived ingredients!
As a reminder, please comment on our FDA Citizen Petition, requesting clear labeling of animal-derived ingredients in medications. Together, we can make a difference.
If you have any further questions about ingredients in your medicines and supplements, feel free to reach out to the Pill Clarity team!
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