Over-The-Counter Weight Loss
Drugs
Until recently, weight-control drugs containing the active ingredient phenylpropanolamine (also used as a nasal decongestant) were available over-the-counter (OTC). However, based on evidence linking this ingredient to an increased risk of bleeding in the brain, the FDA asked drug manufacturers to stop marketing products containing phenylpropanolamine. In addition, the FDA issued a public health advisory warning consumers to stop using products containing this ingredient.
The FDA is proposing to classify phenylpropanolamine as "not generally recognized as safe" and is proceeding with regulatory actions that will likely remove this ingredient from the market. Although cough-cold products were reformulated using other nasal decongestant ingredients, there is no currently available active ingredient that is generally recognized as safe and effective for use in an OTC weight-control drug product.
Beware of Unproven Claims
Some dietary supplement makers claim their products work for weight loss. These products are not approved by the FDA before they are marketed. Under existing FDA laws, manufacturers have the responsibility for ensuring that their dietary supplement products are safe and effective.
Many weight-loss products claim to be "natural" or "herbal," but this does not necessarily mean that they're safe. These ingredients may interact with drugs or may be dangerous for people with certain medical conditions. If you are unsure about a product's claims or the safety of any weight-loss product, check with your doctor before using it.
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