Even more people are reporting getting sick after consuming Diamond Shruumz edibles

At least 69 people have now reported illnesses, including respiratory problems, after consuming Diamond Shruumz brand microdosing edibles. Some of the recalled edibles are still on store shelves.

An additional 11 patients were reported in the past week. At least 36 patients required hospitalization, and one died. The sick people are spread across at least 28 states.

Chocolate bars, gummies and cones are among the microdosing products involved. The Food and Drug Administration has found that they contain dangerous chemicals found in mushrooms.

Patients have reported a variety of symptoms, including respiratory failure, seizures, central nervous system depression (loss of consciousness, confusion, drowsiness), agitation, abnormal heart rate, hyper/hypotension, nausea, and vomiting.

Prophet Premium Blends has recalled all edible flavors. For a complete list of product images and the recalled items, click here. The affected products are sold online and nationwide at retailers, including those selling hemp-derived products (e.g., cannabidiol [CBD]delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol [THC]), and smoking/vaping products.

The Food and Drug Administration is aware that recalled Diamond Shruumz brand products remain on the shelves at several smoke/vape shops and at retailers selling hemp-derived products such as cannabidiol (CBD) or delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol ( delta-8 THC). The FDA is monitoring the company’s recall to assess its effectiveness.

The FDA is working with the National Association of Convenience Stores and the National Smoke Shop Association to raise awareness about the recall. All Diamond Shruumz brand products have been recalled and are no longer available for purchase. Consumers should not purchase or consume Diamond Shruumz branded products. If you have spotted a store that continues to sell recalled Diamond Shruumz brand products, you can do so report this information to the FDA.

Consumers are urged to check their homes for recalled products and to throw them away if they have them on hand.

Anyone who experiences side effects after consuming any of the recalled products is urged to seek immediate medical attention, especially if they have difficulty breathing.

Specific chemicals in products tested include: 4-acetoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (4-acetoxy-DMT, also known as O-acetylpsilocin or psilacetin); desmethoxyyangonin; dihydrokavaine; kavain; and 4-acetoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (4-acetoxy-DMT, also known as O-acetylpsilocin or psilacetin).

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