OxyELITE Pro
OxyELITE Pro was a dietary supplement marketed for weight loss and bodybuilding. It was manufactured by USPlabs, LLC, a company based in Dallas, Texas. The product gained popularity in the early 2010s but was later linked to serious health risks, leading to its removal from the market.
Composition[edit | edit source]
OxyELITE Pro contained a blend of ingredients purported to aid in weight loss and enhance athletic performance. The original formulation included:
- 1,3-Dimethylamylamine (DMAA): A stimulant that was often used in dietary supplements for its purported energy-boosting effects. DMAA has been associated with cardiovascular complications.
- Caffeine: A well-known stimulant that can increase metabolism and energy levels.
- Bauhinia purpurea L. extract: Claimed to support thyroid function.
- Bacopa monnieri: An herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, believed to enhance cognitive function.
- Geranium extract: Often cited as a source of DMAA, though this claim is controversial.
Health Concerns[edit | edit source]
In 2013, OxyELITE Pro was linked to an outbreak of acute non-viral hepatitis in Hawaii, which led to several cases of liver failure and at least one death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted investigations into the product.
The FDA issued a warning letter to USPlabs, and the company voluntarily recalled certain lots of OxyELITE Pro. Subsequent investigations revealed that the product contained aegeline, a compound not approved for use in dietary supplements.
Regulatory Actions[edit | edit source]
Following the health concerns, the FDA took action to remove OxyELITE Pro from the market. In 2015, USPlabs and several of its executives were indicted on charges related to the unlawful sale of dietary supplements. The company was accused of using synthetic stimulants in its products and falsely labeling them as natural.
Legal Status[edit | edit source]
OxyELITE Pro is banned in several countries, including the United States. The product is no longer legally available for sale, and its distribution is prohibited.
Also see[edit | edit source]
- Dietary supplement
- 1,3-Dimethylamylamine
- Liver failure
- Food and Drug Administration
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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