Health Canada Reminds Consumers not to use Ephedra/Ephedrine Products
2008-03-22
Health Canada, the Canadian equivalent of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), has reminded consumers not to use products containing Ephedra or ephedrine, either alone or in combination with caffeine and other stimulants, for purposes of weight loss, body building or increased energy. Use of products containing Ephedra or ephedrine in combination with caffeine and other stimulants may have serious, possibly fatal, adverse effects Health Canada is advising consumers that these products are not authorized for use.