Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars, cones and gummies (microdose products made in Santa Ana) have been linked to cases of serious illness, according to US health agencies.
California Department of Public Health officials said Friday that there have been several hospitalizations in 16 states and at least one poisoning in California linked to mushroom products, according to a news release from the agency.
“These products have been linked to hospitalizations and other serious side effects, putting the public at risk,” said Dr. Tomás Aragón, state public health officer and director of the Department of Public Health. “California will not allow the distribution and sale of these unsafe products and we will continue to work diligently with our local, state and federal partners to eliminate these products and raise awareness and educate the public.”
As of Monday, 26 people had been reported sick and 10 hospitalized in 16 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of the sick, 25 sought medical attention. Several patients have required intubation, mechanical ventilation and admission to an intensive care unit.
Symptoms have included seizures, loss of consciousness, confusion, drowsiness, agitation, abnormal heart rate, hyper/hypotension, nausea and vomiting, according to the CDPH.
The cause of the illnesses has not been determined. Authorities advised against eating or selling the products and said any previous purchases should be discarded.
The CDPH issued a notice of violation to the owner of Diamond Shruumz and was expected to issue a recall on Friday, according to a news release. The company could face civil or criminal penalties.
