Two dietary supplements have been recalled by the FDA
Undeclared drugs have been detected in two dietary supplements which has prompted a recall by the the FDA. Two potentially dangerous ingredients have been found in the products that are not listed on the label.
Distributed in the U.S. and sold via the Internet, Zhen De Shou capsules were found by the FDA to contain sibutramine, a potentially dangerous appetite suppressant. Sibutramine has been shown to increase blood pressure and pulse rate in some people, and may be a significant risk for those with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, or stroke. The Zhen De Shou capsule is sold in a box with an inner foil pouch that contains a blister pack of light and dark green capsules. The recall affects all lots.
Starcaps Diet System supplements is the second drug to be recalled. The FDA has detected an undeclared ingredient, bumetanide, which is a prescription-only diuretic. The drug has been distributed nationwide through U.S. retail outlets and online sales. Currently, the recall applies only to lot 12/2011 — 84810, but the company is in the process of testing other lots. Potential adverse effects of bumetanide include fluid and electrolyte loss, hypotension, fainting and an elevation in uric acid concentrations. Serious drug-drug interactions can occur, particularly with digoxin and lithium, which could lead to an increased risk of toxicity.
In general, diet drugs should be avoided altogether. Aside from their potential side effects, they entice people into a weight-loss program that can’t be sustained. The weight loss achieved with appetite suppressants can’t be maintained without a true change in life style. Weight loss quickly turns into weight gain once the appetite suppressants are stopped.
via FDA, Recall of Zhen De Shou Fat Loss Capsules, November 2008
via FDA, Recall of Starcaps Diet System supplements, November 2008
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We need becareful with when buy dietary supplements.
Thank you for a very useful article. People must know about fake drugs. Unfortunately, I am sure many people have tested two mentioned above. Hope the do follow the blogs like that and will find this info in time. I completely agree with you. Taking any pill without a change of life will lead to nothing but disappointment and a repeated weight gain. Before stating taking pill people should realize that and decide for themselves if they are ready or not. Then consult a doctor and choose an appropriate weight loss program which will be unique, created especially for them, taking on account the history of diseases and etc. Any weight loss drug is to be chosen with a doctor only, in order to avoid taking fake drugs.