Utah company accused of ‘deceptively’ advertising its nasal spray as COVID-19 treatment

Federal regulators say Xlear mischaracterized research relating to nasal sprays and the treatment of COVID-19.

(Sean P. Means | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Xlear and Kid's Xlear nasal sprays, produced by Xlear Inc. of American Fork, Utah. The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against Xlear Inc. on Oct. 28, 2021, accusing the company of falsely claiming its product can prevent and treat COVID-19.

Utah company accused of ‘deceptively’ advertising its nasal spray as COVID-19 treatment

Federal regulators say Xlear mischaracterized research relating to nasal sprays and the treatment of COVID-19.

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