Two examples of China made OTC supplements that just came to my email inbox - actually got a flood of > 20 warning emails from the FDA, these are just two examples:
Public Notification: Libigrow XXX Treme contains hidden drug ingredient
[02-28-2015] The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Libigrow XXX Treme, a product promoted for sexual enhancement. This product was identified by FDA during an examination of international mail shipments.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Libigrow XXX Treme contains sildenafil, the active ingredient in the FDA approved prescription drug Viagra, used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). This undeclared ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Men with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.
Public Notification: Oxy ELITE Pro Super Thermogenic contains hidden drug ingredient
[02-28-2015] The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Oxy ELITE Pro Super Thermogenic, a product promoted for weight loss. This product was identified by FDA during an examination of international mail shipments.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Oxy ELITE Pro Super Thermogenic (Lot# 216732, Exp. 04/17) 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 dysphonic 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
The Thought Police: To censor and protect. Craig Bruce
