Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, known as ‘theliverdoc‘, faces court order after critical comments on AYUSH remedies and Himalaya products
New Delhi, September 28, 2023
In a recent legal development, Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a prominent hepatologist and clinician-scientist, has had his Twitter account suspended after a court order was secured by Himalaya Wellness Company. The company sought to restrain Dr. Abby from making defamatory remarks against their products and to direct the social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, to suspend his account.
Advocate Udaya Holla, representing Himalaya Wellness, argued that the company’s business had seen a substantial reduction due to Dr. Abby’s derogatory statements against their products. Allegations were also made that Dr. Abby may be acting in collusion with pharmaceutical giants Cipla and Alchem.
Dr. Abby is known for his critical comments regarding alternate health remedies, particularly AYUSH medicines, and has been a prominent voice on the platform. Notably, his assertion in 2021 that Himalaya’s product Liv52 could exacerbate pre-existing liver disease gained significant attention.
The court issued a temporary injunction, prohibiting Dr. Abby from making defamatory remarks against Himalaya Wellness or its products. It also directed the suspension of his social media handle until the date of the next hearing, set for January 5, 2024.
Responding to the allegations, Dr. Abby Philips refuted the claims made by Himalaya Wellness, stating that they were false and baseless. He emphasized that his posts are founded on scientific evidence and previously published studies, highlighting issues such as lack of standardization and contamination in the products.
Dr. Abby has been a vocal advocate for liver health, particularly in addressing concerns about improperly prepared AYUSH remedies. Over the years, he has received multiple legal notices and even faced an attack on his lab by homeopathic practitioners.
Key Points:
- Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips’ Twitter account, known as ‘theliverdoc’, suspended in India after Himalaya Wellness Company’s court order.
- Himalaya Wellness sought to restrain Dr. Abby from making defamatory remarks against their products and directed the suspension of his account.
- Advocate Udaya Holla argued that Dr. Abby’s comments led to a substantial reduction in the company’s business, suggesting collusion with pharmaceutical companies Cipla and Alchem.
- Dr. Abby is renowned for critical comments on alternate health remedies, particularly AYUSH medicines, and gained attention for his assertion on Liv52 in 2021.
- Court issues temporary injunction, restraining Dr. Abby from making defamatory remarks until the next hearing on January 5, 2024.
- Dr. Abby refutes allegations, emphasizing that his posts are backed by scientific evidence and published studies, highlighting issues in product quality.
