Public Notification: Ultimate Boost contains hidden drug ingredient
[3-18-2015] The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Ultimate Boost, a product promoted and sold for weight loss on various websites, including www.sportnutrition1.com, and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Ultimate Boost contains phenolphthalein. Phenolphthalein is a chemical that is not an active ingredient in any approved drug in the United States. Studies have indicated that it presents a cancer-causing risk.
Health care professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of this product to FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program:
Complete and submit the report online MedWatch Online Voluntary Reporting Form, or:
Download and complete the form, then submit it via fax at 1-800-FDA-0178.
Note: This notification is to inform the public of a growing trend of dietary supplements or conventional foods with hidden drugs and chemicals. These products are typically promoted for sexual enhancement, weight loss, and body building and are often represented as being “all natural.” FDA is unable to test and identify all products marketed as dietary supplements that have potentially harmful hidden ingredients. Consumers should exercise caution before purchasing any product in the above categories.
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Public Notification: Xcel contains hidden drug ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Xcel, a product promoted and sold for weight loss on various websites, including www.zixiutangforyourfigure.com, and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Xcel contains fluoxetine. Fluoxetine is an FDA- approved drug in a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) used for treating depression, bulimia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Uses of SSRIs have been associated with serious side effects including suicidal thinking, abnormal bleeding, and seizures. In patients on other medications for common conditions (aspirin, ibuprofen, or other drugs for depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, blood clots, chemotherapy, heart conditions, and psychosis), ventricular arrhythmia or sudden death can occur.
Health care professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of this product to FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program:
Complete and submit the report online at MedWatch Online Voluntary Reporting Form, or;
Download and complete the form, then submit it via fax at 1-800-FDA-0178.
Note: This notification is to inform the public of a growing trend of dietary supplements or conventional foods with hidden drugs and chemicals. These products are typically promoted for sexual enhancement, weight loss, and body building and are often represented as being “all natural.” FDA is unable to test and identify all products marketed as dietary supplements that have potentially harmful hidden ingredients. Consumers should exercise caution before purchasing any product in the above categories.
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The Principle of Least Interest: He who cares least about a relationship, controls it.
Public Notification: Xcel Advanced contains hidden drug ingredient
[3-18-2015] The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Xcel Advanced, a product promoted and sold for weight loss on various websites, including www.beenaturalnutrition.com, and possibly in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Xcel Advanced contains phenolphthalein. Phenolphthalein is a chemical that is not an active ingredient in any approved drug in the United States. Studies have indicated that it presents a cancer-causing risk.
Health care professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of this product to FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program:
Complete and submit the report online MedWatch Online Voluntary Reporting Form, or:
Download and complete the form, then submit it via fax at 1-800-FDA-0178.
Note: This notification is to inform the public of a growing trend of dietary supplements or conventional foods with hidden drugs and chemicals. These products are typically promoted for sexual enhancement, weight loss, and body building and are often represented as being “all natural.” FDA is unable to test and identify all products marketed as dietary supplements that have potentially harmful hidden ingredients. Consumers should exercise caution before purchasing any product in the above categories.
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The Principle of Least Interest: He who cares least about a relationship, controls it.
